Overview
- On Wednesday, June 24, Breslow told The Boston Globe the club will be “realistic,” saying it could sell expiring‑contract players before the August 3 trade deadline but he would not yet commit to that path.
- The Red Sox sit 32-45 and are well back in the AL East and wild-card race, a standing that increases pressure to decide whether to buy, sell, or rebalance at the deadline.
- Breslow emphasized trying to “stack wins together” between now and the deadline and said the front office will take stock of roster needs to prepare for the best possible 2027.
- Ownership and CEO Sam Kennedy have given Breslow short-term runway after recent public defenses, but criticism of his roster moves and the April firing of Alex Cora has intensified fan and media scrutiny.
- Analysts note Boston’s trade assets include surplus outfielders and veteran relievers who could be used to acquire rotation help or a right-handed bat, meaning the club could reshape the roster without a full teardown.