LATEST: “Boston Trade Scenario” Red Sox Blockbuster Trade Adds Mariners’ Luis Castillo In Four-Player Proposal

Overshadowed by the recent Alex Bregman signing and the ensuing Rafael Devers controversy is the Boston Red Sox’s ongoing uncertainty on the mound.

Boston made upgrades to its rotation this offseason, bringing in former White Sox lefty Garrett Crochet and ex-Dodgers All-Star Walker Buehler. However, both have significant injury histories, and Crochet has only one season as a starter under his belt.

Adding to the concerns, Kutter Crawford is dealing with knee discomfort, giving Red Sox fans reason for unease as spring training gets underway.

 

 

With Opening Day just over a month away, trade opportunities remain on the table. If the Red Sox are serious about competing in the ultra-competitive AL East, they should consider making a call to the Seattle Mariners about Luis Castillo.

At 32, Castillo checks all the boxes Boston needs. A three-time All-Star, he’s been a reliable workhorse, averaging a 3.59 ERA and 28 starts per season over the past seven years. Last season, he posted an 11-12 record with a 3.64 ERA across 175.1 innings. While acquiring him would come at a steep price, it could be a worthwhile risk.

### A Potential Trade Proposal

**Red Sox receive:**
– **Luis Castillo, SP**

**Mariners receive:**
– **Jhostynxon Garcia, OF**
– **Blaze Jordan, 3B**
– **Jedixson Paez, SP**

At first glance, the Mariners’ return may seem modest, but Boston would be absorbing a significant contract. Castillo is entering the third year of a five-year, $108 million deal with a vesting option for 2028.

The key piece for Seattle is Garcia, nicknamed “The Password.” The 22-year-old outfielder slashed .286 with 23 home runs, 66 RBIs, and 17 stolen bases across three levels last year. While he needs to refine his plate discipline (99 strikeouts vs. 33 walks), his ability to play all three outfield spots makes him an appealing prospect.

What's The Password?

Hint: His name is Jhostynxon Garcia, and he's on a tear.

4 hits, 4 RBIs from the @RedSox prospect to lead the @GreenvilleDrive to an extra-inning win! pic.twitter.com/oWyFA71r0r

— Minor League Baseball (@MiLB) August 8, 2024

Jordan, a 6-foot-1, 220-pound corner infielder, hit .261 with seven home runs, 61 RBIs, and a .693 OPS in 89 games last season. Though he hasn’t stood out at Double-A since 2023, his ability to play both first and third base, along with his previous flashes of power, could make him intriguing for Seattle.

Paez might be the hidden gem in this deal. Despite his lean 6-foot-1, 170-pound frame, he put up an impressive 113-12 K-BB ratio over 96.2 innings last year.

 

 

Having experience as both a starter and reliever, his elite control could make him a valuable bullpen piece in the future.

 

This trade benefits both sides: Boston lands a proven, durable starter to stabilize its rotation, while Seattle offloads payroll and adds three promising prospects—one of whom (Garcia) could be MLB-ready sooner rather than later.