MLB Free Agency: Likely Landing Spots for Trevor Plouffe

Boston Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox seem to be the perfect fit for Plouffe, given the loss of David Ortiz and the sudden reliance on Pablo Sandoval as the team’s everyday third baseman.  Evan Drellich of The Boston Herald reported the team’s interest in Plouffe a few weeks ago, though a deal has yet to materialize.

While the Red Sox front office seems content with the team’s moves this offseason, losing Yoan Moncada hurts the team’s infield depth – and signing Plouffe would give the team insurance if Sandoval struggles.  Plouffe may not be much better in the field than Sandoval, but his consistency at the plate is something Sandoval has yet to show in his time with the Red Sox.

With Mitch Moreland signed to be the team’s new first baseman, Boston likely has some concerns regarding his ability to hit against righties.  And while Plouffe isn’t much better against right-handers, his power ability could make him a more favorable option.

The team does have Brock Holt as its main utility player, but his time will likely be split between the infield and outfield.  Plouffe can also slot in at designated hitter to fill in for Hanley Ramirez, and he’ll ultimately give Boston options late in games as a pinch-hitter.