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Red Sox Linked to Kyle Schwarber as Free-Agent Power Search Intensifies

Fresh reporting points to a power upgrade goal constrained by DH fit plus payroll costs.

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Oct 8, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) looks on during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game three of the NLDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Fansided, as cited by The Sporting News, lists Boston as a top landing spot for free agent Kyle Schwarber after his 56-homer, 132-RBI season.
  • ClutchPoints, citing MassLive’s Chris Cotillo, reports Boston could consider moving on from DH Masataka Yoshida to clear the role for a marquee slugger.
  • Cotillo estimates the DH slot could approach $50 million if the Red Sox add Schwarber at roughly $30 million AAV while carrying Yoshida’s $18 million commitment.
  • Pete Alonso is floated as an alternative target, with Cotillo noting his power profile, potential preference for a longer deal, and a better fit at DH than at first base.
  • Internal decisions could shape the pursuit, as keeping Jarren Duran with a move to DH would lessen the practicality of signing a defensively limited bat, and no negotiations or signings have been reported.