The Boston Red Sox Trade for Outfielder Tyler O'Neill
Red Sox Acquire Tyler O'Neill from Cardinals
A Busy Start for Red Sox GM Craig Breslow
In a trade just three days after sending Alex Verdugo to the New York Mets, the Red Sox have acquired outfielder Tyler O'Neill from the St. Louis Cardinals.
The Cardinals sent O'Neill to Boston in exchange for right-handed pitcher Nick Robertson and infielder Victor Santos.
What Does O'Neill Bring to the Red Sox?
O'Neill is a 28-year-old outfielder who has spent his entire career with the Cardinals.
He is a two-time Gold Glove winner and has hit 20 or more home runs in each of the last three seasons.
In 2023, O'Neill is batting .268 with 12 home runs and 27 RBIs.
What Do the Cardinals Get in Return?
The Cardinals receive Robertson, a 22-year-old right-handed pitcher who was ranked as the Red Sox's No. 10 prospect by MLB.com.
Santos is a 22-year-old infielder who was ranked as the Red Sox's No. 25 prospect by MLB.com.
The Red Sox's Offseason Moves
The Red Sox have been active this offseason, making several moves to improve their team.
In addition to acquiring O'Neill, the Red Sox have signed free agents Tommy Pham, Justin Turner, and Adam Duvall.
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