Monday, June 20, 2005
Red Sox Hub: Trade Rumor Central June
Mohr could be in store for the Boston Red Sox
It turns out, there have already been talks with the Colorado Rockies, who can trade outfielder Dustin Mohr and bullpen help for Payton, a player who the organization loves. A deal could happen here. Payton's last year in Colorado was his best season ever. He hit .302 with 28 HRs and 89 RBIs.
The Red Sox were interested in Dustin Mohr in the offseason and made him a free agent offer, but he chose Colorado because of the opportuity to get more playing time.
Sources: Colorado media, National media.
HUB VIEW: With a 1 year, $1.05 million contract, Mohr makes significantly less money than Payton; The Sox can acquire Dustin and a reliever without increasing payroll if they deal Payton.
