The Boston Red Sox are reportedly in the market for an All-Star pitcher, and MLB insiders suggest they could be a perfect fit for two of the top arms on the trade block. ESPN's Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel identified the Red Sox, along with the New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, Baltimore Orioles, and San Francisco Giants, as potential suitors for Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal. However, the Tigers are unlikely to trade Skubal, who won his second straight American League Cy Young Award this year, despite being a free agent after 2026. Skubal's impressive performance, including a 2.21 ERA and 7.6 WAR, makes him a highly sought-after player. Meanwhile, Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan, who was a trade candidate, is also linked to the Red Sox. ESPN predicts a 50% chance of Ryan being traded, and the Red Sox are considered a top fit. Ryan's strong performance this season, with a 3.42 ERA and 13 wins, further enhances his value. While starting pitching isn't a top priority for the Red Sox after their recent trade for Sonny Gray, acquiring either Skubal or Ryan would significantly boost their rotation. The Red Sox are in a strong position to make a move, and the trade market offers compelling options for their chief baseball officer, Craig Breslow.
