The Red Sox continue to be aggressive at the deadline. They’re 14–3 since the All-Star break, and general manager Craig Breslow has pushed his chips in. The latest deal is an AL East blockbuster, as Boston has landed catchers Adley Rutschman and Jake Rogers from the Orioles in exchange for three prospects and backup catcher Carlos Narvaez. It was a ton to surrender for an upgrade behind the plate.
Rutschman is a former No. 1 overall pick and former All-MLB pick who was an All-Star this year. Baltimore has depth at catcher in the organization with former top prospect Samuel Basallo, so it feels like a perfect time to sell the former face of their franchise.
