On Friday, Jen McCaffrey proposed a very different, and highly intriguing Duran mock trade: a two-for-one swap involving the Cleveland Guardians' three-time All-Star closer Emmanuel Clase and former Cy Young Award winner Shane Bieber.

Despite their need for starting pitching depth heading into the stretch run, the Boston Red Sox recently rejected an offer from the San Diego Padres for a deal involving Jarren Duran and Dylan Cease.

The Boston Red Sox have needs to address before Thursday's trade deadline. They also have a valuable trade chip in Jarren Duran.