The Miami Marlins are off to a rough start in the 2024 season with an 0-8 record, prompting speculation about potential trades involving infielder Luis Arráez, as reported by Ken Rosenthal and Dennis Lin of The Athletic.
Among the interested parties, the Boston Red Sox have emerged as a possible destination for the two-time Silver Slugger winner, according to insights from Bleacher Report’s Zachary D. Rymer.
Rymer highlights the Red Sox’s need for a reliable hitter like Arráez, especially given their current strikeout percentage. However, with the impending return of Vaughn Grissom, acquired in an offseason trade with the Atlanta Braves, the Red Sox lineup may soon see a shakeup.
Arráez, with a salary of $10.6 million for 2024 and under contract until 2025, boasts an impressive track record, having secured the MLB batting title in consecutive years. Despite a slow start to the current season, Arráez’s consistent performance over the past couple of years suggests he could significantly bolster the Red Sox’s offensive capabilities.
With a career-long strikeout rate of just 7.7%, Arráez’s ability to make contact and get on base could prove invaluable, potentially slotting him into a key position in manager Alex Cora’s lineup. This could also provide opportunities for players like Rafael Devers to capitalize on RBI chances.
While the Red Sox currently seem settled in their middle infield positions, injuries could prompt them to reconsider. Grissom’s versatility could see him filling gaps, but Story’s injury history raises questions about the team’s depth. If Story were to suffer another setback, it could create an opening for Arráez to make an impact in Boston.
Despite the complexities, if the Red Sox continue to perform well and maintain their early-season momentum, they may explore options to further strengthen their roster, making Arráez a potential target worth considering.
