Could the Red Sox Make a Serious Play for Corey Seager? Here’s What a Blockbuster Trade Might Look Like
Let’s be clear up front: the Texas Rangers have said they’re not shopping Corey Seager. General Manager Chris Young couldn’t have been more direct when he addressed the swirling rumors earlier this offseason.
“We are not shopping Corey Seager,” Young stated. “I want to make that very clear.”
Still, when a team trades away a cornerstone like Marcus Semien-as the Rangers did in November-it naturally invites speculation about who might be next. And while Seager’s name has popped up in trade chatter more than once, it’s never gone beyond that: chatter. But if we were to entertain the idea of a Seager trade, there’s one team that keeps coming up as a potential fit-the Boston Red Sox.
Why Boston Makes Sense
The Red Sox are in a bit of a transition phase. With Alex Bregman expected to hit free agency this winter, Boston has a need for a high-impact infielder. Seager, a proven All-Star and World Series MVP, would be a massive upgrade and a clear signal that the Sox are serious about contending.
Boston’s front office is reportedly eyeing Ketel Marte as a more financially manageable option, but if they’re willing to spend-and they have the prospect capital to back it up-Seager could be within reach.
The Potential Trade Package
If the Rangers were to listen, Boston might have the best offer on the table. The proposed package includes:
- 1B Triston Casas
- SS Franklin Arias
- LHP Payton Tolle
- RHP Yordanny Monegro
Let’s break that down.
Triston Casas is already a big-league contributor and could slot into Texas’ lineup right away. He’s shown flashes of power and plate discipline, and at just 25 years old, there’s still room for growth.
Franklin Arias, a 20-year-old shortstop, is currently ranked as the 24th-best prospect in all of baseball. He’s entering his fourth pro season in 2026, and the numbers are impressive: a .299/.377/.431 slash line, 18 home runs, 135 RBIs, and 61 doubles over 240 games. Just as notable-he’s walked 107 times and struck out only 127, showing advanced plate discipline for his age.
Payton Tolle, a lefty out of TCU, made his MLB debut in 2025. While his initial 16.1 innings were rocky, he’s got a full season of pro ball under his belt with a 3.92 ERA and 465 strikeouts. That’s the kind of upside that makes scouts take notice.
Yordanny Monegro rounds out the deal as a promising right-handed arm. He’s not quite as polished as Tolle, but he’s part of Boston’s top-30 prospect list and adds depth to the pitching pipeline.
What It Would Mean for Texas
This kind of deal would be a clear pivot toward the future. Seager is still in his prime and under contract, so moving him would be a major organizational shift. But if the Rangers are serious about trimming payroll and reloading with young, controllable talent, this is the kind of return that makes sense.
You’re talking about a potential everyday first baseman, a top-tier shortstop prospect, and two arms with real upside. It wouldn’t be a full rebuild-but it would be a retool with purpose.
Final Thoughts
Again, the Rangers have made it clear: Corey Seager isn’t on the block. But in baseball, things can change fast-especially when a team like Boston comes calling with the right mix of urgency and assets. If the Red Sox want to make a splash and the Rangers are willing to listen, this could be the kind of blockbuster that shifts the landscape for both teams.
For now, it’s just a hypothetical. But it’s a compelling one.