Boston Red Sox were reportedly in surprising trade talks with Pittsburgh Pirates for young pitcher

Title: Red Sox were engaged in trade talks with Pirates for young pitcher The Boston Red Sox are reportedly engaged in trade talks with the Pittsburgh Pirates for young pitcher Jared Jones. This comes after the Red Sox made significant improvements to their rotation, which had struggled in the previous season. They acquired All-Star ace Garrett Crochet and signed Patrick Sandoval to a two-year deal. Despite these upgrades, the Red Sox are still looking to enhance their pitching staff further. Jones, a promising rookie, had a decent debut season with a 4.14 ERA and is not arbitration-eligible until 2027, making him a valuable asset. His potential departure from the Pirates is surprising, given his expected future alongside National League Rookie of the Year Paul Skenes. If trade discussions continue, the Red Sox would likely need to offer a substantial prospect package to secure Jones. The team's recent moves reflect a commitment to strengthening their rotation ahead of the upcoming season.

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Original Article Author: Matt Higgins