Red Sox Deal for Mead Signals Larger Pitching Concerns Ahead The Boston Red Sox's trade for infielder Curtis Mead from the Washington Nationals has been touted as a boost to their struggling offense.
However, this deal reveals deeper concerns about the Red Sox's pitching depth and the Nationals' willingness to shake things up in a season hovering precariously around . 500.
Mead, 25, was one of the breakout hitters in 2026, bringing a rare combination of power and plate discipline to the Nationals' lineup. His impressive . 254/. 352/.