Dodgers Send Dustin May to Red Sox for Prospects

The Los Angeles Dodgers traded right-hander Dustin May to the Boston Red Sox just before the MLB trade deadline, acquiring outfield prospects James Tibbs III and Zach Ehrhard in return. May, a key pitcher during the Dodgers' 2020 World Series win, pitched a career-high 104 innings in 2025 with a 6-7 record and a 4.85 ERA after overcoming significant injuries. The Dodgers made the move after May expressed his desire to remain a starter, which conflicted with the team's plans following Blake Snell's return. The Red Sox, seeking to strengthen their depleted rotation as they pursue a postseason berth, view May as a crucial addition and plan to insert him directly into their starting rotation in pursuit of a wild card spot. Tibbs, who was the main return in the earlier Rafael Devers trade, is now one of the Dodgers' top prospects. The trade highlights both teams' efforts to address immediate and future roster needs.