The Boston Red Sox are aiming to make major roster upgrades this offseason, with a particular focus on strengthening their offense and adding a frontline starter to their rotation. One potential strategy could involve trading with the Arizona Diamondbacks for two key players: Ketel Marte and Zac Gallen. If president of baseball operations Craig Breslow can successfully pull off a deal for both, he would address two of Boston’s most pressing needs.

Ketel Marte, who finished third in the 2024 National League MVP voting, is coming off one of his best seasons in recent memory. The two-time All-Star posted impressive numbers, hitting .292 with a .372 on-base percentage, a .560 slugging percentage, 36 home runs, 95 RBIs, and 93 runs scored. This standout performance earned him his first Silver Slugger Award. While Marte primarily played second base during the 2024 season, his versatility is a major asset, as he has experience at shortstop and center field, making him a valuable piece for any team.

On the mound, Zac Gallen would be a significant addition to the Red Sox rotation. The 2023 All-Star and Cy Young finalist has consistently been one of the top pitchers in the National League. In 2024, Gallen posted a solid 14-6 record, with a 3.65 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and 156 strikeouts in 148 innings pitched. His reliability and effectiveness on the mound would make him an ideal ace to anchor Boston’s pitching staff for the 2025 season.

If Marte and Gallen were to become available in a trade, the Red Sox would likely need to offer a compelling package of players in return. While the specifics of a potential deal are still unclear, it’s clear that acquiring both players would greatly improve Boston’s roster for the upcoming season. FanSided’s Jacob Mountz offers a hypothetical trade proposal, suggesting what such a deal could look like.

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