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Red Sox Snatched Sonny Gray Right Out From Underneath NL Contender
- The Red Sox acquired Sonny Gray from the St. Louis Cardinals in a cash- and prospect-assisted trade to strengthen the 2026 rotation.
- Boston plans Gray as a key addition to the 2026 rotation alongside Garrett Crochet and Brayan Bello.
- The trade reportedly beat out interest from the Atlanta Braves, who were pursuing a playoff-caliber starter.
- The Cardinals wanted a major-league ready starter, which shaped the package sent to St. Louis.
- Boston included Brandon Clarke and Richard Fitts in the Gray trade, with additional terms.
- Gray is described as a three-time All-Star with a career 3.58 ERA, viewed as a significant upgrade for 2026.
- The move signals Boston's aggressive offseason strategy to reshape its roster.
- Sox aim to finalize their 2026 roster ahead of Opening Day while monitoring other potential deals.
- Boston's package included a notable cash component to offset Gray’s salary.
- The report emphasizes Gray’s value as a playoff-caliber starter added early in the offseason.
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