If the Boston Red Sox are looking to add another superstar to their roster this offseason, turning to the trade market could be a viable option.
Having already made a notable move by acquiring Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox, the Red Sox are no strangers to making bold decisions. While they paid a significant price for Crochet, Boston still boasts one of the top farm systems in baseball, providing them with the assets to pursue further talent.
One name that has been consistently linked to the Red Sox this offseason is Alex Bregman. However, if they miss out on securing Bregman, other potential targets include Pete Alonso, Anthony Santander, and Jurickson Profar. But perhaps the most intriguing trade target could be San Diego Padres superstar Fernando Tatis Jr.
Tatis, who signed a 14-year, $340 million contract with the Padres, is under contract through 2035. There have been rumors suggesting that the Padres are looking to reduce payroll, which could open the door for Tatis to be moved. At just 26 years old, Tatis would be a long-term solution in the outfield and a powerful right-handed bat that the Red Sox could build around for years.
A hypothetical trade package to acquire Tatis might look like this:
Red Sox receive: Outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr.
Padres receive: Outfielder Wilyer Abreu, Right-handed pitcher Kutter Crawford, Infielder Franklin Arias (No. 4 prospect), Right-handed pitcher Richard Fitts (No. 10 prospect).
This potential deal would require the Red Sox to give up proven major league talent in Abreu and Crawford, along with two top-tier prospects in Arias and Fitts. In return, Boston would gain a dynamic slugger in Tatis, securing a cornerstone player for the future.
This type of trade could be the move that pushes the Red Sox to the next level, significantly strengthening their lineup and ensuring long-term success. While it would require parting with valuable assets, acquiring a talent like Tatis could be exactly what Boston needs to contend for championships in the coming seasons. The Red Sox should strongly consider such a deal if the opportunity presents itself.
