On Christmas Eve, the Boston Red Sox completed a trade with the Minnesota Twins, acquiring left-handed relief pitcher Jovani Morán in exchange for catcher/first baseman Mickey Gasper. This transaction comes as the Red Sox prepare to finalize the signing of starting pitcher Walker Buehler.

Morán, who underwent Tommy John surgery, had a mixed performance in his previous MLB season but remains a valued addition to Boston's bullpen, which has already seen the arrival of other left-handed relievers this offseason.

The Boston Red Sox have traded infielder Enmanuel Valdéz to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for right-handed pitcher Joe Vogatsky. This move comes after the Red Sox designated Valdéz for assignment to make room for catcher Carlos Narvaez.

Valdéz had a challenging 2024 season, hitting .214 with six home runs and a negative WAR. The Pirates hope he can regain his form, while Vogatsky, a recent draft pick, joins the Red Sox's farm system.