BOSTON — The Red Sox have been trotting out a rookie-heavy lineup during their recent run of victories, having won four games in a row and six of seven to get back to .500. Facing a tough pitching matchup Sunday, though, they’ll start the game with three of their prized rookies on the bench.

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Oct 29, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (27) reacts after striking out against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fifth inning during game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. They've been injured, but so have the Red Sox.

The Boston Red Sox announced a trade with the Cincinnati Reds, sending pitcher Brian Van Belle to the Reds for cash.

The Reds made a pair of transactions for added depth in Triple-A on Saturday. First, Cincinnati swung a trade by acquiring right-handed pitcher Brian Van Belle from the Red Sox for cash considerations.