The Boston Red Sox faithful have sadly lost another of their favorite sons to the New York Yankees. Following in the footsteps of legends like Babe Ruth, Roger

Smith spent the 2024 season with the Red Sox and the Cincinnati Reds. During his time in Boston, Smith quickly became well-liked among the fans. But once Triston Casas was activated from the injured list Boston designated Smith for assignment before ultimately releasing him.

Still, some notable free agents and trade targets remain available, and that means a daily supply of MLB rumors as we move deeper into the back half of MLB's offseason. Speaking of which, Saturday's supply of rumors can be found just below.

Former Boston Red Sox trade acquisition Franchy Cordero has resurfaced in the United States, signing a minor league deal with the Washington Nationals. Aram Leighton of Just Baseball Media had the information: The Nationals and outfielder Franchy Cordero have agreed to a minor league deal,

The Red Sox acquired catcher Blake Sabol from the Giants in exchange for international bonus pool space Wednesday.

The Red Sox have agreed to bring back right-hander Robert Stock on a minor-league contract that includes an invitation to major-league spring training, according to MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo.

Stock, 35, has a bit of major league experience. From 2018 to 2021, he tossed 72 2/3 innings over four seasons, suiting up for the Padres, Red Sox, Cubs and Mets. He allowed 4.71 earned runs per nine.

Boston Red Sox fans have probably completely blocked that season from their memory, as they finished with a 24-36 record and in fifth place in the division during the shortened campaign. So, it wouldn't be a surprise if Robert Stock is an unfamiliar name for the fanbase,