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Red Sox Trade for Oviedo, Designate Criswell for Assignment

12/5/2025

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The Boston Red Sox acquired right-hander Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Red Sox designated Cooper Criswell for assignment.
Cooper Criswell posted a 3.57 ERA in 17.2 innings this season.
Criswell had been signed to a guaranteed $800,000 contract.
Oviedo's arrival reduces Criswell's chances this season and the Red Sox must decide whether to trade him or place him on waivers.

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The Boston Red Sox acquired right-hander Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Red Sox designated Cooper Criswell for assignment.
Cooper Criswell posted a 3.57 ERA in 17.2 innings this season.
Criswell had been signed to a guaranteed $800,000 contract.
Oviedo's arrival reduces Criswell's chances this season and the Red Sox must decide whether to trade him or place him on waivers.