Red Sox full arbitration breakdown: Who stays, who goes after recent projections?

Following an early playoff exit, the Boston Red Sox face a league-high-tying 17 players entering salary arbitration ahead of 2027. BoSox Injection's Katie Manganelli analyzes MLB Trade Rumors' salary projections, evaluating which players the Red Sox should retain, non-tender, or trade to free up payroll.

Manganelli argues that projected salaries for Jarren Duran ($11.1 million) and Triston Casas ($1.7 million) are potential overpays after struggles and injuries. She suggests retaining core pieces like Adley Rutschman ($9.1 million) and Wilyer Abreu ($4.6 million) while exploring trades for surplus rehabbing pitchers to upgrade the starting rotation.