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Nationals Trade Smith to White Sox for Mead

3/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Washington Nationals traded catcher Boston Smith to the Chicago White Sox for Curtis Mead, a utility player.
Curtis Mead, originally signed by Philadelphia in 2018, hit .233 with three home runs and 19 RBIs in 90 games.
He batted .300 with three homers in 15 Triple-A games.
The Nationals designated left-handed pitcher Jake Eder for assignment to make room for Mead.
Boston Smith will join the Arizona Complex League.

History

Historical Context

Major League Baseball's trading practices have evolved significantly since the establishment of the trade deadline in 1917, which aimed to maintain competitive balance. In 2018, the Philadelphia Phillies signed Curtis Mead, who later excelled in Triple-A with a .300 batting average. The Washington Nationals' trade for Mead reflects ongoing strategies to enhance team performance through player exchanges, a trend crucial for roster development.

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Story summary

The Washington Nationals traded catcher Boston Smith to the Chicago White Sox for Curtis Mead, a utility player.
Curtis Mead, originally signed by Philadelphia in 2018, hit .233 with three home runs and 19 RBIs in 90 games.
He batted .300 with three homers in 15 Triple-A games.
The Nationals designated left-handed pitcher Jake Eder for assignment to make room for Mead.
Boston Smith will join the Arizona Complex League.

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