Breaking: Red Sox Acquire Lefty Ace Tanner Scott in Blockbuster Trade with White Sox…
The Boston Red Sox have made a major splash this offseason, acquiring left-handed pitcher Tanner Scott from the Chicago White Sox in a blockbuster trade that aims to bolster their rotation for the 2025 season. The deal, finalized late Monday, includes a package of top prospects and a veteran reliever heading to Chicago.
Scott, a 29-year-old southpaw, is coming off a career-best season where he posted a 2.89 ERA and racked up 221 strikeouts over 198 innings. Known for his dominant fastball-slider combination, Scott has quickly become one of the league’s most reliable starters. His addition gives the Red Sox a legitimate ace to lead their rotation as they aim to contend in a highly competitive AL East.
In return, the White Sox will receive infielder Alex Martin, ranked as Boston’s No. 2 prospect, along with right-handed pitching prospect Jeremy Diaz and veteran reliever Nick Pivetta. The trade signals a rebuild for Chicago, as they look to replenish their farm system after a disappointing 2024 campaign.
Red Sox GM Sam Kennedy expressed excitement about the deal, stating, “Tanner is a game-changer for us. His talent and work ethic fit perfectly with our vision for the future.”
The move positions Boston as a serious contender heading into Spring Training.
