At the MLB GM Meetings in Las Vegas, the Boston Red Sox are emerging as a potential suitor for free agent Kyle Schwarber. The slugger, who played 41 games for Boston this season, impressed the organization despite limited action. Rival executives note strong interest amid competition from the Philadelphia Phillies.
The Major League Baseball offseason is underway with the GM Meetings in Las Vegas, where team executives, agents, and scouts are laying the groundwork for trades and free agency moves. FanSided MLB Insider Robert Murray reports that the Boston Red Sox are a team to watch in pursuit of Kyle Schwarber.
Schwarber appeared in 41 regular season games for the Red Sox, leaving a positive impression. Boston manager Alex Cora expressed intrigue about the slugger's upcoming free agency during the season, stating he was “very intrigued” by Schwarber's potential.
A reunion in Boston aligns with the team's needs, and rival executives are monitoring the possibility. However, the Philadelphia Phillies are expected to make a strong effort to retain Schwarber. The competition for his services will be intense this winter, likely increasing his price tag as a designated hitter (DH).
Schwarber's connection to Phillies hitting coach Kevin Long provides Philadelphia an advantage, but the final decision will hinge on the offer. If the Phillies hesitate to meet Schwarber's asking price, the Red Sox are prepared to step in, though they will face other contenders.
Updates from the GM Meetings continue to shape the offseason narrative, with more rumors expected.