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Kenley Jansen Trade Talks Heat Up: Red Sox Open to Offers

The Boston Red Sox are considering trading closer Kenley Jansen, with multiple teams expressing interest.

  • The Boston Red Sox are reportedly open to trading four-time All-Star closer Kenley Jansen, with the LA Dodgers, San Diego Padres, and Philadelphia Phillies showing interest.
  • Jansen, who spent his first 12 seasons with the Dodgers, is considered a valuable asset due to his experience and performance, including 420 career saves.
  • The Red Sox aim to either acquire multiple pitching assets to bolster their bullpen depth or free up salary space for potential free agent acquisitions.
  • Trading Jansen could offer financial flexibility for the Red Sox, as he is set to earn $16 million in 2024.
  • No deal is imminent, but discussions are ongoing, highlighting the high demand for top closers like Jansen.
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