$10.75 million Red Sox All-Star listed as possible fit for Tigers | Sporting News

The Boston Red Sox's trade of Rafael Devers to the Giants raises questions about their strategy, with the possibility of trading Aroldis Chapman for prospects. This move could potentially strengthen their future while impacting betting odds, as Boston's performance and Chapman’s trade value will play key roles in their playoff aspirations. Punters should monitor these developments closely regarding Boston's chances to secure a Wild Card spot.

The Boston Red Sox made a surprising trade last month, sending Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for pitchers Kyle Harrison and Jordan Hicks. However, they remain in contention despite the trade. Boston is only one game back of the third American League Wild Card and sits 6 1/2 back in the AL East. They could still look to buy at the trade deadline. However, selling isn't off the table entirely, and they have some players on expiring contracts that can bring back good returns. One such piece is Aroldis Chapman.

Jim Bowden of The Athletic predicts that the Detroit Tigers will target the red-hot Red Sox closer. "Aroldis Chapman of the Red Sox, David Bednar of the Pirates, Félix Bautista of the Orioles, Mason Miller of the Athletics, Ryan Helsley of the Cardinals and Emmanuel Clase of the Guardians should be among their top trade targets, with Chapman and Bednar being the most realistic acquisitions," Bowden wrote.

Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp. Chapman is having a strong season with the Red Sox. He is 3-2 with a 1.25 ERA and 2.0 WAR in 39 appearances and he has also saved 15 games. The seven-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion could bring back a solid haul if the Red Sox decide to punt on 2025 and build for 2026 and beyond. The veteran left-hander is also a former AL Reliever of the Year, so he has a strong track record preceding him.

The Tigers need some help at the back end of their bullpen, and Chapman could be the missing piece. Meanwhile, Boston could bring back some solid prospects from an elite farm system and set themselves up well for the future. Chapman is a free agent at the end of the year, and if Boston decides to sell, they would be wise to consider flipping Chapman to another contender to see what they can get. We'll see if the Red Sox end up taking this approach.

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