Red Sox’s Triston Casas dismisses trade rumors as ‘clickbait’

While it is The Boston Red Sox could be in the market for Nolan Arenadothere have also been trade rumors involving first baseman Triston Casas. As it is the trade frenzy surrounding the Red Sox star in Casas for some time now, he would talk about the speculation to the media.

Casas spoke to the media on Saturday at Fenway Park where he spoke candidly about the rumors that have swirled about him since the end of the season. He would say it was “part of the job” and even mentioned that for a good enough return he could be in Boston “I better move” according to NESN.

“I try not to get too caught up in it,” Casas said. “I feel like that’s part of baseball’s job to check players, to see what value you can bring back.” You never know what benefit you can get for a player or how much another organization values ​​someone. It might be in my best interest to move myself or anyone, if there is a good enough package.”

“I think the fact that other teams are applying and asking about me, I see that as a positive,” Casas continued. “Maybe someone else sees value in me too.” Having only had a short career so far, I’ve dealt with a lot of turnovers, trades, releases and tough decisions. I understand how hard baseball is, I try not to think too much about it, but it’s funny to hear my name compared to so many great players around the league, I’m starting to think I’m pretty good too. “

Red Sox’s Triston Casas Talks About ‘Click Bait’

Last season, Casas posted a .241 batting average along with 13 home runs and 32 RBIs in 63 games. Although it is The Red Sox were active during the offseason, star first baseman would say the team informed him that “none” of the rumors were true and classified it as “clickbait.”

“They told me none of the rumors were true,” Casas said. “Maybe all that other stuff is clickbait.”

Casas has been with the Red Sox for the last three seasons, as he looks to have a bright future at 24 years old. He would also talk to the media about how much he appreciates the city.

“I love Boston,” Casas said. “I love everything about it. They welcomed me with open arms from my first professional day. It would be great to play here as long as possible. I love the fans and they welcome me generously all the time. I’d love to play the rest of my career here, but if it’s somewhere else, I feel like (March 27) I’ll be playing a major league game. Just focused on it.”

Boston looks to bounce back after finishing 81-81 in third place in the AL East, eliminated from the playoffs.