Source: ESPN.com
The Boston Red Sox introduced today that the former San Diego Padres All-Star first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, as its latest member.
The source said that the two sides have left open the possibility of continued discussions toward a long-term deal for Gonzalez after the trade is in place.
Padres general manager Jed Hoyer -- who used to work in Boston's front office -- has said for some time that the Padres wouldn't be able to afford the kind of big-money contract Gonzalez would command if he hit the free-agent market.
Gonzo's name was in the mix for the Red Sox for more than a year. The Padres' front office is very familiar with Boston's prospects, as Hoyer, assistant general manager Jason McLeod and new top executive Josh Byrnes all once worked for Boston. One baseball source suggested that eventually a compromise in the seven-year, $22 million per season range might get the deal done.
The Red Sox will ship minor leaguers -- outfielder Reymond Fuentes, right-handed pitcher Casey Kelly and first baseman Anthony Rizzo -- and a player to be named later to San Diego in exchange for Gonzo.
Gonzo is a three-time All-Star who hit .298 with 31 homers and 101 RBIs last season. In five seasons with San Diego, Gonzalez has 161 homers and 501 RBIs. Including parts of two seasons with Texas, he has 168 homers and 525 RBIs.
Padres general manager Jed Hoyer -- who used to work in Boston's front office -- has said for some time that the Padres wouldn't be able to afford the kind of big-money contract Gonzalez would command if he hit the free-agent market.
Gonzo's name was in the mix for the Red Sox for more than a year. The Padres' front office is very familiar with Boston's prospects, as Hoyer, assistant general manager Jason McLeod and new top executive Josh Byrnes all once worked for Boston. One baseball source suggested that eventually a compromise in the seven-year, $22 million per season range might get the deal done.
The Padres have said they anticipate a payroll of about $40 million.
Congratulations Gonzo, us Padres' fans will miss you. Thank you for all the great hits, the big homers and the great defensive plays that you've given us. Good luck with the Red Sox and the rest of your career.
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