The Boston Red Sox are evaluating their options for pitching reinforcements ahead of the July 31 trade deadline, and they may have a promising target in Aaron Civale, who has recently requested a trade from the Milwaukee Brewers. Civale expressed a strong desire to pitch for Boston, stating that he “would absolutely love to pitch for the Red Sox at some point in his career,” according to reports from MassLive’s Chris Cotillo.
Civale, who has a solid career ERA of 4.06 over 122 starts, found himself moved to the bullpen by the Brewers following the promotion of their pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski. The 30-year-old right-hander emphasized his preference to remain a starting pitcher, stating, “I still feel like I have a lot left to give as a starting pitcher.” Civale clarified that his trade request was motivated solely by his desire to return to a rotation role, not by any dissatisfaction with his current team.
As the Red Sox navigate the second half of the season, their starting rotation currently holds a collective ERA of 4.50 after 70 games. With key pitchers like Walker Buehler, Lucas Giolito, and Brayan Bello yet to find their best form, there remains hope that they will improve as the season progresses. Additionally, Hunter Dobbins has shown promising performance, and Tanner Houck may also add strength to the lineup if he returns from injury before the trade deadline.
The potential acquisition of Civale could bolster Boston’s pitching staff, providing them with the quality starter they need as they aim for a successful finish this season.