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Red Sox Trade Pitcher for Power Hitter | Washington Nationals News
The Red Sox pull off a bold trade, sending promising rookie pitcher Connelly Early to the Nationals for infielder Curtis Mead — a move that prioritizes offense over pitching depth. Early, sidelined since June with elbow inflammation, was a breakout prospect before injury. Mead, once a top prospect, has turned things around with Washington, hitting for power and making solid contact. The Red Sox see his ability to pull the ball as a perfect fit for Fenway, while both teams gain a young, controllable asset. It’s a risky but strategic gamble aimed at boosting the lineup — and it might just pay…
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