MLB trade deadline: Boston Red Sox's pursuit of Victor Martinez of Cleveland Indians heats up - ESPN
The Boston Red Sox got the big bat they were looking for, acquiring All-Star slugger Victor Martinez from the Cleveland Indians on Friday.
The rebuilding Indians received right-hander Justin Masterson and minor league pitchers Nick Hagadone and Bryan Price. The trade came shortly before the 4 p.m. ET deadline to complete deals without waivers.
Prior to officially acquiring Martinez, Boston spun off first baseman Adam LaRoche and cash in a trade with his former team, the Braves. LaRoche, who was acquired from Pittsburgh for prospects on July 22, returns to Atlanta in exchange for first baseman Casey Kotchman.
The 30-year-old Martinez has split his time at catcher and first base this season. The switch-hitter is batting .284 with 15 home runs and 67 RBIs.
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