Red Sox eye Marlins second baseman Xavier Edwards as infield option
Boston is reportedly targeting Miami Marlins infielder Xavier Edwards, a.292 hitter, as part of its push for more infield depth.
The Boston Red Sox are actively seeking to bolster their infield after recent setbacks, including Curtis Mead's broken bone in his debut. Reports indicate that the team is focusing on Miami Marlins second baseman Xavier Edwards, who posted a.292 batting average and a 120 OPS+ over 110 games this year. Edwards, 26, remains under club control until 2029 and contributed 2.8 bWAR, 117 hits and 18 stolen bases.
Although the Marlins' shortstop Otto Lopez was previously mentioned, the Sox appear more interested in Edwards, who would likely assume the second-base role while Caleb Durbin stays at third. The move would address Boston's need for a reliable contact hitter and improve defensive stability at second base.
Why it matters
The trade could reshape Boston's infield and improve its offensive production for the remainder of the season.
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