Breslow: "We Want To Improve The Team [At The Trade Deadline]"

[Matthew Lenz]

Rumors have been swirling the Boston Red Sox over the last few weeks. Some of the rumors had them as buyers and some of the rumors identified suitors if they were sellers.

Alas, we've heard from the man himself what the plans at the deadline will be. In a sit down with Chris Cotillo of MassLive, Boston Red Sox chief baseball operator, Craig Breslow, stated "We want to improve the team. We want to find ways to bolster the group."

In the article Breslow specifically discusses the preference to add a 1st basemen and/or to his pitching staff - considering both relievers and starters.

Boston has been without Triston Casas for a majority of the season. In his absence, Abraham Toro and Romy Gonzalez have put up middling numbers at the plate.

On the other side of the ball, the Red Sox starting rotation has dealt with a myriad of injuries. There is a lot of uncertainty on whether those injured arms can impact the second half of the season. However, the bullpen has been one of the best in the league. While it may seem like a low priority, the importance of a deep bullpen is magnified in October - especially with so many questions surrounding the rotation.

What should Breslow and the Red Sox prioritize at the deadline? Join the conversation in the comments!

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