Red Sox Not Actively Shopping Jarren Duran & Wilyer Abreu, But They're Listening

[Nick John]

Trade season is upon us as rumors have been circulating the internet lately especially as it relates to the Boston Red Sox. Just a few days ago it was reported that there were roughly 12 teams interested in acquiring Jarren Duran in a trade. However, it seems things might have changed as Alex Speier of the Boston Globe now reports that it’s believed the Red Sox are not shopping Duran or Wilyer Abreu but the duo are available and the Red Sox will listen.

Speier states that due to the talent and control of both players the Red Sox are unlikely to trade either of them unless they can get an impact big leaguer in return. Though, it seems they won’t accept just any player in return as they would want someone under contract for multiple seasons and who will address a roster need.

It seems like a matter of time before Boston deals one of its outfielders due to its roster crunch. As of Wednesday with the return of Masataka Yoshida, they will have six outfielders on the roster fighting for four positions in the lineup each night. To maintain the roster flexibility they love someone will have to be moved soon.

What do you think about Speier’s statement? Do you think it’s true or are the Red Sox just telling other teams this in hopes they increase their offers? Sound off in the comments below.

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[Soxlover]

We should not trade any of our top 4-5 OFers so Yoshida can play, but if it means a serious upgrade at the #2 SP slot for more than a rental, I’m listening. I’d add selected prospects, too. 
with DH open, we can play Refsnyder vs LHPs and rotate the others vs RHPs with Anthony in RF vs L.