The Boston Red Sox have agreed a trade to acquire three-time All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles, reportedly beating the New York Yankees to the deal ahead of Monday's Major League Baseball trade deadline. The move is significant as Boston looks to bolster its roster during a strong run of form, adding a proven catcher to a team already competing for a play-off spot.

The Red Sox are currently in an American League Wild Card position after a marked turnaround in their 2026 season, and the club had also extended their winning streak to 14 games. The trade with the Orioles was said to be nearing completion ahead of the 6pm deadline, according to multiple reports, though full details of the players or assets sent to Baltimore in return had not yet been confirmed.