The future of Boston Red Sox star closer Kenley Jansen is expected to be a major talking point throughout the 2024 season.
Although Jansen was the subject of trade rumors in recent months, he remains with the team as Opening Day approaches. Despite an impressive 2023 season, the four-time All-Star is set to earn $16 million in 2024, leading many to speculate that the Red Sox could look to trade him to reduce payroll.
While it’s likely that Jansen will begin the 2024 campaign with the Red Sox, a potential deal around the trade deadline cannot be ruled out.
Bleacher Report’s Zachary Rymer has identified a potential blockbuster trade involving Kenley Jansen and the Los Angeles Dodgers for the 2024 season. Rymer suggests that Jansen’s return to the Dodgers could be a mutually beneficial move, citing Jansen’s successful tenure with the team, including 350 regular-season saves and 19 playoff saves. He also notes the Dodgers’ recent trend of retaining key players, making a reunion with Jansen plausible.
The Dodgers, who have made significant acquisitions in recent months, could benefit from adding a star closer like Jansen to bolster their bullpen. On the other hand, the Red Sox could use a trade to lower their payroll, and the Dodgers’ strong farm system could make them an attractive trade partner.
While there has been speculation about a potential deal between the two teams, nothing is certain at this point.
