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Boston Red Sox: A Plan for Long-Term Success

By Joseph Romano

BOSTON - AUGUST 19: The Boston Red Sox introduced Dave Dombrowski as their new President of Baseball Operations during a press conference held in the State Street Pavilion at Fenway Park. Pictured are, left to right, John Henry, Tom Werner, Dombrowski, and Sam Kennedy. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
BOSTON - AUGUST 19: The Boston Red Sox introduced Dave Dombrowski as their new President of Baseball Operations during a press conference held in the State Street Pavilion at Fenway Park. Pictured are, left to right, John Henry, Tom Werner, Dombrowski, and Sam Kennedy. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) /
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Step 2: Add Infield/Outfield Depth

The Boston Red Sox offense is far from the problem in 2019, as they are near the top of the league in a multitude of the principal offensive categories. A hole, however, lies at second base, where they currently have Brock Holt.

Dustin Pedroia was never able to reclaim the role reserved for him and Michael Chavis has moved over from second due to injuries to Steve Pearce and Mitch Moreland– both of which have had disappointing seasons. Thus the acquisition of a 2B would be a logical move.

Holt is a fine player and is very good, given his part-time role. However, he is not the type of player that can be in the lineup day in and day out- he has limitations in terms of ability. A left-handed-hitting second baseman that can provide a mixture of average and power is Scooter Gennett.

Gennett has greatly struggled since coming off the IL for the first time this season. He is going to take time to recover, but should absolutely be in top form in time for the stretch run and eventually the playoffs.

If he cannot regain his form, his price is cheap enough for Boston to give it a go. He has barely played in 2019, is a position player, and is in a contract year, thus the Red Sox could easily trade for him without harming their future.

This move would not only provide depth in the infield- Eduardo Nunez was recently DFA’d- but will also provide even more proficiency from the left-hand side of the plate. Ian Kinsler was acquired last season to play 2B, thus providing a precedent for such a move. All in all, a far deeper bullpen and a left-handed bat who can man second base would provide a much more well-rounded Boston roster for the playoff push.

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