Red Sox Rumors: José Abreu was top outside target before Astros signing

The Boston Red Sox finished last in the American League East last season. Re-signing Xander Bogaerts and signing Rafael Devers with an extension are the top priorities for the team this winter. The Red SO's were interested in signing José Abreu, but he signed with the Houston Astros.

The Boston Red Sox missed out on signing a free agent. José Abreu signed with the Houston Astros. The Red SO's are looking for a replacement for J.D. Martinez. Abrau is a three-time All-Star and won AL MVP in 2020. He finished fifth in the AL with a .304 batting average and 13th with .834 OPS this season. His home run total dipped to a career-low 15 this year. He still makes hard contact at a high rate and piled up 40 doubles. It's the most doubles he's tallied since 2017. Boston finished last in their division this past season and need to improve their roster.

José Abreu was the top target for the Red Sox. He will play for Houston. The team is the World Series champions. He's only played in the postseason twice. Boston has a clear opening at first base. Abeu will replace Yuli Gurriel. Houston is a better fit. It's a team with a good chance of winning the title.