Why Red Sox Are Unlikely To Pursue Eugenio Suarez Next

The Boston Red Sox are staring down a pivotal offseason. Their mission? Fix the infield defense, plain and simple.

Last year was rough—too many errors, too many missed plays. Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow says run prevention, especially on the dirt, is the big focus as spring training creeps closer.

Pitchers and catchers report soon, so the team needs to sort out the roster fast.

Red Sox Acknowledge Defensive Shortcomings

When the Red Sox introduced left-hander Ranger Suárez, Breslow didn’t sugarcoat it. He claims Boston has the best defensive outfield in baseball, but they still led the league in errors last season.

Breslow points the finger at the infield. Too many balls slipped through, pitchers had to work harder, and those extra runs piled up.

Run Prevention Takes Center Stage

This renewed emphasis on defense isn’t a coincidence. Boston’s pitching staff relies on contact management, so they need steady infielders who can handle the routine plays.

Breslow made it clear: any new addition has to complement the pitching staff. Offense alone won’t cut it.

Yoán Moncada No Longer an Option

One name Boston fans tossed around won’t be coming to Fenway. Yoán Moncada signed a one-year, $4 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels, so cross him off the list.

Moncada was once seen as a two-way threat, but lately, injuries and inconsistency have made him more of a question mark than an answer.

Why Boston Passed on Moncada

Breslow’s priorities don’t really line up with Moncada’s shaky defense. The Red Sox want dependability, not another roll of the dice.

Eugenio Suárez: Power Bat, Defensive Risk

The most interesting free agent left might be Eugenio Suárez. He blasted 49 home runs last season, and that kind of power can change any lineup.

But let’s be honest, there are some real drawbacks.

Weighing the Pros and Cons

Suárez hit just .228 and struck out 196 times last year. The bigger issue for Boston? His defense.

Suárez has:

If Boston wants to tighten up the defense, those issues are tough to ignore.

Competition for Suárez Heats Up

The Red Sox aren’t the only ones watching Suárez. Teams like the Pirates, Tigers, Reds, and maybe even Seattle are reportedly interested.

For Suárez, joining a contender could be a big selling point.

The Athletics and Other Alternatives

The Athletics are also poking around for infield help. They’re juggling options like Max Muncy, Brett Harris, and Darell Hernaiz, and that could shake up the market for everyone.

Brendan Donovan and the Defensive Ideal

If Boston’s really serious about defense, Brendan Donovan is the name to watch. The Cardinals’ All-Star brings versatility, a reliable glove, and gets on base.

Sure, landing Donovan would mean a trade, not just a signing. But he seems to fit Breslow’s vision better than a boom-or-bust slugger.

Clarity Coming Soon

Pitchers and catchers are supposed to report on February 10. The Red Sox can’t really afford to wait much longer.

We should see some real movement—and maybe some actual answers—on Boston’s infield plans soon. The front office is clearly trying to fix last season’s defensive problems and, who knows, maybe turn them into a strength by 2026.

 
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