Red Sox Stand Pat at Trade Deadline, Face Backlash Over Breslow’s Approach
Complaints from rival GMs over deal negotiations fuel fan doubts about the front office’s trade conviction
Overview
- At the July 31 deadline, Boston added only veteran pitchers Dustin May and Steven Matz and made no major roster moves.
- CBO Craig Breslow said the Red Sox were "aggressively pursuing additions" but conceded that offers "didn’t line up" and no significant deals were completed.
- MLB insider Bob Nightengale reported rival general managers find it "very tough to deal with the Red Sox and Craig Breslow in particular."
- Fans on social media criticized the front office for "waffling," accusing it of lacking conviction and failing to bolster the playoff-bound roster.
- Analysts warn the passivity could allow the Texas Rangers, bolstered by impact trades, to overtake Boston in the AL Wild Card race.