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Reports: Red Sox Land Johan Oviedo From Pirates in Five-Player Swap

The move brings a controllable starter through 2027, reinforcing Boston’s plan to build rotation depth.

Overview

  • The reported deal sends RHP Johan Oviedo, LHP Tyler Samaniego and C Adonys Guzman to Boston for OF Jhostynxon Garcia and RHP Jesus Travieso.
  • Multiple outlets detailed the trade while noting the clubs had not issued an official announcement at the time of reporting.
  • Oviedo, 27, returned from Tommy John surgery to post a 3.57 ERA over nine starts in 2025 and remains under team control through 2027, with recent command and durability questions highlighted.
  • Garcia, a top-100 MLB prospect and Boston’s No. 3 per MLB Pipeline, was viewed as blocked in a crowded Red Sox outfield after debuting briefly in 2025.
  • Boston designated RHP Cooper Criswell for assignment to manage its 40-man roster, and analysts say the added pitching depth could fuel further trades as the Winter Meetings begin.