The Underappreciated Art of Trading Up The Boston Red Sox's front office has been under intense scrutiny for years, with every decision analyzed by fans and media.
Amidst all the criticism, however, lies a subtle yet significant aspect of their success: the art of trading up to build a contender. Take Xander Bogaerts' departure in 2022, for instance.
While his six year contract with the San Diego Padres was a blow, it's clear that Bloom and his team made a savvy decision by letting him go.