The San Diego Padres are reportedly targeting Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran for a potential trade in exchange for prospects.

That's 8 ½ games out in the AL East, though only 3 ½ out of a wild card spot. It's a bit too early for the front office to fully commit to being a buyer or seller in front of the trade deadline, but it is not too early for us to speculate.

The San Diego Padres are targeting Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran on the trade market, according to Dennis Lin of The Athletic.

Hall of Famer David Ortiz says the Boston Red Sox should just leave designated hitter Rafael Devers alone and let him decide if he wants to start playing first base

"He should just think about what would be better for the organization ... and go from there." The post David Ortiz wants Rafael Devers to reconsider his stance on playing first base appeared first on Boston.

Someone is finally on Rafael Devers’ side after his refusal to play first base for the Red Sox. Boston legend David Ortiz has come to Devers’ defense after a season-ending injury to first baseman Triston Casas had the team and fans expecting the designated hitter Devers to step in and fill the void.

These circumstances have forced the Red Sox to play around with rookie Kristian Campbell at the three as they continue to search for answers. Fortunately, help is on the way. Boston’s official X account recently posted this update: The #RedSox today reinstated INF/OF Romy Gonzalez from the 10-Day IL.