The Boston Red Sox got back to the playoffs for the first time since 2021 this season, and they did it largely on the strength of their pitching. Specifically, the Red Sox rode the arm of their No. 1 starter and Cy Young Award finalist , left-hander Garrett Crochet.

Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow has made no secret of the fact that, to do better than merely qualify for a wild-card slot in 2026, the Red Sox will need more quality in their starting rotation, beyond Crochet's obvious dominance.

One of Breslow's most-rumored trade targets has been Cincinnati Reds 26-year-old ace right-hander Hunter Greene. The pitching-deep Reds need offense, especially in the outfield, and — at least according to media and fan speculation — Greene, who has posted a 2.76 ERA over his

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