Overview

• After Washington hired assistant GM Paul Toboni to run its baseball operations, Boston signaled it will pause and reassess its plan to appoint a general manager.
• Craig Breslow identified adding a frontline No. 2 starter and more home-run power as priority needs following a Wild Card exit.
• Breslow acknowledged Alex Bregman's contractual right to opt out and praised his impact, while saying any retention talks will remain internal.
• The club stressed pitching depth as a shortfall following late-season injuries and said ownership is prepared to provide resources to upgrade the roster.
• Catcher Carlos Narváez will undergo a meniscus clean-up this week with expectations he will be ready for spring training.