But the Red Sox need a busier and more successful offseason than any other team in baseball, arguably.
They're getting close to signing Kahnle, reportedly.
The bottom line is the Beni trade and the Renfroe trade were interesting, but at this point unrewarding, and there are only marginal hopes for the prospects we got.
And there are teams with surprising wads of money out there. The Rangers followed up their $500 million spree last year with signing deGrom this year.
The Phillies have also shelled out hefty sums two years in a row.
Bloom hasn't proved a thing yet. Comparing him with these other guys is premature at best.
As we keep saying, this is a big offseason for him.
So far he continues to impress with his patience!