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Red Sox Add Rutschman, Miller in Push for World Series

8/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Boston acquired catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles, who is on a 10-day injured list and hitting .251 with eight homers.
Boston sent catcher Carlos Narvaez, outfielder Enddy Azocar, and a PTBNL to Baltimore while trading shortstop Marcelo Mayer to the San Francisco Giants for reliever Erik Miller.
Craig Breslow said the moves aim to improve the roster and chase a World Series after a 23-3 finish.

History

Historical Context

In 2004 the Red Sox acquired Keith Foulke, who saved 32 games and helped end the 86-year “Curse of the Bambino” with a World Series win. Theo Epstein’s 2003-04 roster overhaul set a precedent for deadline moves, and in 2024 Boston repeats the strategy by trading for catcher Adley Rutschman to pursue another championship.

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Story summary

Boston acquired catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles, who is on a 10-day injured list and hitting .251 with eight homers.
Boston sent catcher Carlos Narvaez, outfielder Enddy Azocar, and a PTBNL to Baltimore while trading shortstop Marcelo Mayer to the San Francisco Giants for reliever Erik Miller.
Craig Breslow said the moves aim to improve the roster and chase a World Series after a 23-3 finish.

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