Overview
- The Athletic’s Jen McCaffrey, cited by Newsweek, projects Boston will hold onto Casas given limited trade return and the club’s need for depth.
- Casas posted a .182/.277/.303 line with three home runs in 29 games before a season-ending ruptured patella, leaving his return timing uncertain.
- The 25-year-old remains under team control through 2028, is projected around $1.7 million in arbitration, and could be optioned to Triple-A to build back.
- Boston is evaluating external first-base and DH options, with reports discussing free agents such as Pete Alonso and Josh Naylor, while media speculation has linked a costly Kyle Schwarber reunion.
- Analyses note Casas’ 2023 upside (.856 OPS, 24 homers) alongside concerns about defense (-10 Outs Above Average) and a rising strikeout rate toward 31%.