Red Sox Linked to Potential Sandoval Trade Amid Offseason Moves

Boston's pitching depth could lead to dealing veteran left-hander Patrick Sandoval to the Padres.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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The Boston Red Sox had a productive offseason, adding pitching talent that could make veteran left-hander Patrick Sandoval expendable. According to a recent report, the Red Sox have discussed trading Sandoval, who missed the 2024 season due to injury, with the San Diego Padres, who are in win-now mode and could use the rotation help.

Why it matters

The potential Sandoval trade would allow the Red Sox to capitalize on their offseason pitching acquisitions and rotation depth, while the Padres would bolster their starting rotation as they aim to contend in 2026.

The details

The Red Sox have several pitching prospects, including Kutter Crawford and Payton Tolle, who could fill the void left by trading Sandoval. The Padres, who have made similar win-now trades in the past, would add Sandoval to stabilize the middle of their rotation.

  • The Red Sox discussed trading Sandoval with the Padres this offseason.

The players

Patrick Sandoval

A veteran left-handed pitcher for the Boston Red Sox who missed the 2024 season due to injury.

Kutter Crawford

A pitching prospect in the Red Sox organization who could fill the void left by trading Sandoval.

Payton Tolle

A top pitching prospect in the Red Sox organization who could also help replace Sandoval.

San Diego Padres

A Major League Baseball team in win-now mode that could use the rotation help that Sandoval would provide.

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What they’re saying

“The Red Sox can trade from their surplus of starters, and Sandoval, who the team has reportedly discussed in trade talks this offseason, is a perfect candidate to stabilize San Diego's rotation.”

— Noah Camras (Sports Illustrated)

What’s next

The Red Sox and Padres will continue to discuss a potential trade involving Sandoval as Boston evaluates its long-term rotation plans.

The takeaway

The Red Sox's offseason moves have given them the pitching depth to potentially trade a veteran like Sandoval, who could help the win-now Padres solidify their rotation.