RED SOX ADD GONZALEZ

The Boston Red Sox acquired infielder Alex Gonzalez and cash from the Cincinnati Reds for infielder Kris Negron.

What does it give the Boston Red Sox
The Red Sox get a little shortstop insurance for oft-injured infielder Jed Lowrie with the acquisition of the sure-handed Gonzalez. This is clearly a stopgap measure.

What does it give the Cincinnati Reds
The Reds will give Paul Janish an opportunity to showcase his big-league ability as a starting shortstop, now that they've moved Gonzalez. Negron has intriguing offensive potential.

Fantasy impact

Player focus

Boston Red Sox

cash considerations

Alex Gonzalez IF

Cincinnati Reds

Kristopher Negron IF/OF