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Red Sox Trade 2 Relievers To Phillies

The MLB trade deadline is Aug. 31, so the Red Sox still have time for more deals.

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Workman had been Boston’s closer since the middle of last season, and he enjoyed loads of success in that role in 2019.
Workman had been Boston’s closer since the middle of last season, and he enjoyed loads of success in that role in 2019. (CBS Boston)

BOSTON (CBS) — Let the Red Sox fire sale begin. With the MLB trade deadline just over a week away, Boston pulled off what should be the first of many trades, sending relievers Brandon Workman and Heath Hembree to the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night.

In return, Boston received righties Nick Pivetta and Connor Seabold. Both will report to the Red Sox’ Alternate Training Site in Pawtucket.

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