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by R.J. WhiteFiled under: MLB Waiver WireAs per FanHouse's Ed Price, Adam LaRoche was traded to the Red Sox Wednesday morning. If the WEEI report is correct, the Pirates didn't receive a great deal back for Boston's rental of the first baseman. With LaRoche currently scheduled not to bring back any compensation as a free agent after this season (though he is very close...
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Boston Red Sox acquire Adam LaRoche from Pittsburgh Pirates
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A TRADE! A TRADE!
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Red Sox Trade for Insurance Policy
The Pirates traded Adam LaRoche to the Red Sox for two prospects. This has the immediate effect of making Pirates boxscores easier to read.
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