The Boston Red Sox clearly need to add with the trade deadline approaching and the lineup needing a boost.
The Boston Red Sox haven't started the second half of the season as they planned, but there still should be a lot of positive feelings and hope swirling around the team.
Boston was swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers in a three-game series to begin the second half of the season but still should be considered one of the top teams in the American League. The Red Sox certainly are in contention for an American League Wild Card spot and a solid trade deadline only will help with this fact.with the trade deadline approaching with one being a right-handed bat.
"Teams who have spoken to the Red Sox have heard the team is largely focused on pitching — both rotation adds and bullpen help — and a right-handed hitter, preferably one who can contribute at multiple positions," Cotillo said. "Luis Rengifo, a super-utility type with Angels, is one target, though the Angels’ stance to date reflects a preference to retain Rengifo, who is under control through 2025.
Rengifo currently is on the Injured List but he has taken the league by storm this year. Los Angeles has struggled leading many to expect that it would sell at the deadline and Rengifo has been mentioned consistently in rumors. He is having a career year and is slashing .315/.358/.442 with six home runs, 25 RBIs, 12 doubles, and 22 stolen bases while playing all over the field. Before going on the Injured List he even was in contention for the American League batting crown.Patrick McAvoy's experiences include local and national sports coverage at the New England Sports Network with a focus on baseball and basketball. Outside of journalism, Patrick also is pursuing an MBA at Brandeis University.
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