Report: Red Sox willing to move both Lester and Lackey
Tap here to access our MLB Trade Tracker which includes all trades and rumors leading up to the July 31 trade deadline.
The Boston Red Sox appear eager to completely detonate their starting staff as the losses continue to mount within the division.
FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal offered this shortly after Monday's 14-1 drubbing at the hands of the Toronto Blue Jays:
Source: #RedSox open to trading BOTH Lester and Lackey for right returns.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) July 29, 2014
John Lackey's name has only recently been included in trade rumors, but he might be the most desirable option for a team within their championship window. He's having another terrific season, and his expiring deal includes a team option in 2015 for the veteran minimum - a wrinkle that will surely tempt buyers looking for more than just a rental.
On the other hand, Lester has already acknowledged a potential return in 2015 after the team restocks their minor league system.
If Boston does indeed part with the duo, Felix Doubront might actually find himself back in the rotation.