59 minutes ago, Falstaff said:

I like what Boston Smith has been doing but he has a total of 68 games in the minors. He has jumped up from A to AA and should be applauded but he will need time to develop behind the plate.

If he even sticks there. He has games in the OF as well.

FGs has begun their trade value count down. No Sox so far. I have to imagine that vargas is around 30, and Colson is in there as well, maybe around 35.

https://blogs.fangraphs.com/2026-trade-value-nos-41-50/

2 hours ago, Whisox05 said:

OMG Nightengale run for your lives!

I like not being stupid. That is good.

https://www.mlb.com/news/trade-targets-to-watch-after-2026-all-star-break

After Deitmars, Holmes is my second choice. Think he made some really convincing arguments.

4 hours ago, brijames1957 said:

Can the Sox add pieces this year that will make them a World Series contender or just help them possibly make the playoffs? The answer to that determines how much value you give up to get that piece or pieces.

This team is maybe a year away more likely 2, from being a serious WS contender. Until that time comes you can't be giving away any of your top prospects and I will be very disappointed if they do.

I assume that’s a main reason for the interest in Holmes.  Any mention of “top prospect” should result in an immediate dial tone.

SHEA LANGELIERS RIGHT NOW

So if Teel's injury is serious, we'll have to dip into the trade market. What catchers might be available as a rental?

PLAYER (5)	TEAM	POS	AGE	CASH SALARYREMAINING AS OF 7/21	TAX SALARYREMAINING AS OF 7/21	CASH SALARY8/3 TRADE DEADLINE	TAX SALARY8/3 TRADE DEADLINE	FUTURE ALLOCATIONS	ACQUIRED CONTRACTCONTRACT W/ NEW TEAM

Adley Rutschman		C	28	$2,675,134	$2,693,583	$2,132,353	$2,147,059	1+ Years of Control; 2028 UFA	New Contract
Victor Caratini		C	32	$1,475,936	$2,582,888	$1,176,471	$2,058,824	$11,475,936 thru 2027	New Contract
Tyler Stephenson		C	29	$2,509,091	$2,509,091	$2,000,000	$2,000,000	$2,509,091 thru 2026	New Contract
Ryan Jeffers		C	29	$2,472,193	$2,472,193	$1,970,588	$1,970,588	$2,472,193 thru 2026	New Contract
Jake Rogers		C	31	$1,125,401

Jonah Heim would be another.

Ben Peoples sporting a sub-1 WHIP currently. C'mon Getz!

Just play the 2 catchers who carried us for 75% of this season. Sure beats a "let's rebuild in 2027" trade.

5 minutes ago, GreenSox said:

Just play the 2 catchers who carried us for 75% of this season. Sure beats a "let's rebuild in 2027" trade.

Not a bad worst case scenario

17 minutes ago, ron883 said:

Ben Peoples sporting a sub-1 WHIP currently. C'mon Getz!

Peoples will help get the Rangers to the playoffs, where we can do this to them again. Getz playing 4-D chess.

41 minutes ago, caulfield12 said:

Jonah Heim would be another.

I think this might be the best name available at that position that we could get. We need a pure rental. He's been hot as of late and if Teel comes back, can probably move to a backup catcher. Shouldn't cost very much. Jeffers is also a good option.

Edited 11 hours ago11 hr by Colome's Hat

My trade wish list given Teel's injury is one of two options:

2 starting pitchers and a catcher.

or

A starting pitcher, a relief pitcher and a catcher.

I know this will be unpopular, but I wouldn't waste trade capital on a catcher, especially for a rental. I'd prefer they burry Quero in the 8/9 spot and hope the lineup gives him enough protection that we see a resurgent 2025 version of him. Losing Teel will suck, but it's not like they had him all that long this season to begin with. Just focus on pitching and bullpen help, IMO.

6 hours ago, Colome's Hat said:

After Deitmars, Holmes is my second choice. Think he made some really convincing arguments.

Detmers

2 hours ago, CWSpalehoseCWS said:

I know this will be unpopular, but I wouldn't waste trade capital on a catcher, especially for a rental. I'd prefer they burry Quero in the 8/9 spot and hope the lineup gives him enough protection that we see a resurgent 2025 version of him. Losing Teel will suck, but it's not like they had him all that long this season to begin with. Just focus on pitching and bullpen help, IMO.

What is a Boston Smith for? Already 23, raking in AA. Not much experience as a catcher or what? Must not be ready yet. Maybe when he’s 25!

Edited 7 hours ago7 hr by Chick Mercedes

https://www.yahoo.com/sports/articles/dodgers-tarik-skubal-trade-announcement-201958660.html

Basically, Dodgers won't make any big moves at this year's deadline...specifically, Tarik Skubal.

Edited 3 hours ago3 hr by caulfield12

4 hours ago, Chick Mercedes said:

What is a Boston Smith for? Already 23, raking in AA. Not much experience as a catcher or what? Must not be ready yet. Maybe when he’s 25!

"This year, with the help of (Wright State associate head coach) Jordan Chiero, I really took off. He always kept me going in the right direction to grow every day. He did a good job of making me understand that.”

His catching skills improved after returning to the position following two years in the outfield (started at Cincy) and a third season playing both infield and outfield.

“At the end of the day I wanted to win,” Smith explained about his original change of position from catcher to the outfield. “My mind wasn’t set on playing pro baseball, it was about winning. Then last year everyone got hurt and they needed a shortstop. I have a selfless mentality to do anything to help win games. I still did reps with the catchers, there was enough time to get my work in and stay fresh, and that ended up helping out this year.”

Smith pointed to “being a complete catcher” as what will be key in moving up the ladder of the organization quickly.

“God gave me a unique ability to hit and steal bases, not many catchers do that,” pointed out Smith, who is the only person in his family to play athletics beyond high school. “This is the first year since I was a junior in high school that I was a full-time catcher. If I continue to improve at that, which I think I can, I really like my chances.” 

prepbaseballreport.com

https://www.thebaseballcube.com/content/player/239436/

Edited 3 hours ago3 hr by caulfield12

Go get Tyler Stephenson and either Brady Singer or Nick Lodolo from Cincy.

Or make a big splash and get Langeliers and Ginn from OakSacVegas.

Even if Teel is going to miss significant time, I'm not sure the Sox should trade for a catcher, unless it's a very cheap rental. Starting pitching and a bullpen arm have to be the priorities.