The Boston Red Sox and the Arizona Diamondbacks, two teams that traditionally don’t view each other as major rivals, are increasingly entangled in trade discussions that could reshape their rosters. Recent speculation has centered around Arizona’s second baseman, Ketel Marte, with the Red Sox emerging as potential partners for a trade. However, in an unexpected turn of events, the Diamondbacks have also reportedly shown interest in Boston’s All-Star third baseman, Alex Bregman.
Bob Nightengale of USA Today broke the news that Arizona is actively “kicking the tires” on Bregman, whose free-agent market had quieted down significantly after the winter meetings, where other big names were signed. The Arizona organization possesses the financial flexibility needed to pursue Bregman if they decide to trade Marte, enabling them to shift current third baseman Jordan Lawlar to second base.
This development raises intriguing questions about the upcoming negotiations surrounding Marte. New York Post insider Jon Heyman confirmed Arizona’s interest in Bregman and pointed out that the Diamondbacks could gain considerable leverage in trade discussions if the Red Sox are keen on retaining their star player.
Adding to the drama, popular Red Sox podcaster Jared Carrabis expressed his reservations regarding Bregman’s potential re-signing with Boston while hinting at a “mystery team” that could be a strong contender for the third baseman’s services. Carrabis further escalated the conversation on social media, indicating that the situation may be more serious than just exploratory talks.
As the offseason progresses, it appears that both the Red Sox and Diamondbacks will have significant influence over each other’s strategies. While the immediate future regarding a potential deal for Bregman remains uncertain, the developments signal an interesting offseason ahead for both teams, with opportunities that could enhance their competitiveness in the league.