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Red Sox Trade Early for Offense Boost | Washington Nationals News
The Red Sox pull off a bold summer move, shipping promising lefty Connelly Early to the Nationals for power-hitting infielder Curtis Mead — a gamble to fix their struggling offense after a brutal one-hit game. Early, just 24 and rehabbing elbow issues, has playoff experience and is close to returning; Mead, 25 and hitting .250+ with 17 homers and 17 doubles, brings versatility and pop. With Boston’s pitching depth and both players under control until 2031-32, this trade is a calculated risk — but one aimed squarely at filling the offensive void, especially at second base. Listen in…
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