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Red Sox Rumors: Potential trade targets for postseason push

By Jacob Anes

BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 18: Dave Dombrowski the President of Baseball Operations of the Boston Red Sox stands at home plate before a game against the New York Yankees at Fenway Park on September 18, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Red Sox won 5-4. (Photo by Rich Gagnon/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 18: Dave Dombrowski the President of Baseball Operations of the Boston Red Sox stands at home plate before a game against the New York Yankees at Fenway Park on September 18, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Red Sox won 5-4. (Photo by Rich Gagnon/Getty Images) /
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 02: David Price #10 of the Boston Red Sox delivers a pitch during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on June 02, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 02: David Price #10 of the Boston Red Sox delivers a pitch during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on June 02, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) /

Starting pitchers:

Before the season, the rotation looked like it would be an extremely strong part of the Red Sox team. 2 months in, however, they have struggled. Nathan Eovaldi is hurt, while Rick Porcello and Eduardo Rodriguez have struggled. This has left the Red Sox with just two reliable starters, David Price, and Chris Sale, who also had his struggles early on.

Madison Bumgarner:

In 2014, Madison Bumgarner, put together one of the most dominant postseasons in history, leading the Giants to their 3rd title in 5 years. Fast forward 5 years and the Giants are no longer the contenders they once were while he is in the final year of his deal.

While he is not the ace he once was, he is still an effective pitcher with an extraordinary postseason track record. He has a 3.83 ERA and a 3.88 FIP. He would certainly be a good add for a postseason push to a currently thin rotation.

Tanner Roark:

In his first year with Cincinnati, Tanner Roark has had a bit of a resurgence following 2 lesser years in Washington. He currently has a 3.74 ERA with a 3.44 FIP. His pitch usage has changed this year, as he is throwing fastball less and his slider much more.

This may have something to do with the bounce back. He could be a solid back end starter but not really much more than this.

Zack Wheeler:

After dealing with injuries for years, Zack Wheeler finally was able to get back on the mound for good in 2018 and was phenomenal. While his ERA this season at 4.87 does not look good, his 3.73 FIP points to signs that he will have some nice improvements soon.

He could be a 3 or better and this also depends on whether or not the Mets make him available, considering they could be a threat in the NL East.

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