Red Sox Castoff Joins Upstart NL Contender Immediately After Season Ends

The Boston Red Sox head into the offseason facing questions about how to get more out of an offense that enjoyed some strong moments, but was unable to maintain consistency throughout the season. Despite a strong summer surge, Boston's campaign ended with a sweep in the American League Wild Card Series, leaving the front office searching for ways to make the lineup more productive in 2027. "For the 2026 Red Sox, offseason evaluations will be challenging for chief baseball officer Craig Breslow's staff, given the erratic nature of the team's season," Ian Browne wrote for MLB.com .