Boston Red Sox acquire Curtis Mead in trade as they host Blue Jays
The Boston Red Sox completed a one-for-one trade with the Washington Nationals, sending rookie left‑hander Connelly Early to Washington in exchange for infielder Curtis Mead. The deal, announced shortly before the Red Sox‑Blue Jays series, addresses Boston's need for offensive depth as they chase a playoff spot.
In the series, Boston defeated Toronto 6‑4, highlighted by Anthony Seigler's first career four‑hit game and a leadoff homer. The Red Sox snapped a 15‑game winning streak but continued their strong run, winning 16 of their last 18 games. Pitcher Ranger Suárez was slated to return from the injured list for the series finale.
Toronto's Dylan Cease threw a one‑hit complete‑game shutout in a 6‑0 win over Boston, delivering the Blue Jays' first complete game of the season. The performance followed a series of strong outings by both teams' starting rotations as the AL East race tightened.