Boston Red Sox consider major roster moves ahead of trade deadline

The Boston Red Sox, sitting at 32‑45 and in last place in the American League East, are expected to become sellers at the upcoming August 3 trade deadline. Rumors link closer Aroldis Chapman, who has a 2.08 ERA and 14 saves, with interest from the Los Angeles Dodgers, Philadelphia Phillies, Seattle Mariners and Chicago White Sox. Left‑fielder Jarren Duran, struggling with a .199/.258/.366 line, is projected as a possible deal target for the Arizona Diamondbacks. An additional trade speculation involves a rare intradivisional swap that could send outfielder Taylor Ward from the Baltimore Orioles to the Tampa Bay Rays. Meanwhile, ace pitcher Garrett Crochet remains sidelined with a shoulder strain, with his manager saying he is “improving” but unlikely to throw again until mid‑to‑late July, reducing the team's chances of a late‑season surge.