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PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates infielder won't play for the team the rest of the 2025 season. Pirates senior director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk announced that Enmanuel Valdez had surgery on his left, non-throwing shoulder and will miss the next six months, ending his season.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 10

Pirates made another personnel change in addition to Derek Shelton

The Pirates’ managerial change naturally drew most of the headlines on Thursday, but in addition to letting go of Derek Shelton, the Bucs also moved on from another member of the coaching staff.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / January 8

Pirates All 40: Enmanuel Valdez Provides Utility Depth

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster . The Pirates acquired utility man Enmanuel Valdez from the Boston Red Sox in December, trading away 2024 19th round draft pick Joe Vogatsky in order to swing the deal.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / December 15

Pirates acquire IF/OF Enmanuel Valdez from Red Sox

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired infielder/outfielder Enmanuel Valdez from the Boston Red Sox on Sunday for minor league pitching prospect Joe Vogatsky.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / December 15

Pirates Trade: Buccos Pick Up Utility Man Enmanuel Valdez

The Pirates swung their second major trade of the offseason on Sunday, Dec. 15, acquiring 25-year-old utility man Enmanuel Valdez from the Boston Red Sox in return for right-handed pitcher Joe Vogatsky, a 2024 draft pick.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15

Pirates acquire left-handed INF from Red Sox

He was designated for assignment by Boston earlier this week.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 14

Red Sox Urged To Cut Ties With Young Infielder This Winter

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 6

Young Red Sox Infielder Predicted To Be Traded For Pitching Help

The Boston Red Sox certainly will make some tough decisions this winter. The playoffs still are going on right now, but right when they end, it will be time for the Red Sox to address the future.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 30

Red Sox Surprisingly Predicted To Trade Promising Infielder For Pitching Help

Trades will be one of the main storylines of the Boston Red Sox's winter--whether they do or don't occur. Though the Red Sox had some decent moments in their 81-81 season, they ultimately fell flat.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 4

Red Sox Called Up Wrong Middle Infielder From Worcester, New Report Shows

As September began, the Boston Red Sox used one of their two extra roster spots on Enmanuel Valdez, which may have been a mistake. The Red Sox need offense right now (badly), and Valdez isn’t adding anything to the lineup.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 31

Pair Of Red Sox Minor-Leaguers Reportedly Joining Team As Rosters Expand

The Red Sox have kept their decisions regarding September call-ups close to the vest this season, but it appears the wait is all but over. On September 1, Major League Baseball allows teams to expand their big-league rosters to 28 players instead of 26, enabling a bit of flexibility and depth for a tough stretch run.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7

Red Sox place O’Neill on 10-day IL amid flurry of moves

Red Sox place Tyler O’Neill on 10-day IL amid flurry of moves

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Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 2

Minor Lines 8/1/24: Another Greenville No-Hitter

Yordanny Monegro and Co. no-hit the Blue Rocks, Enmanuel Valdez goes 5-for-5, and two walk-off wins on the farm. After a rainout on Wednesday, the Woo Sox and Bisons (TOR) played two seven-inning affairs on Thursday, combining for 30 runs in 14 innings.

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MLB News / Bleacher Nation / June 2, 2024

Red Sox vs. Tigers Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Sunday, June 2, 2024

Following a two-homer game last time out, Enmanuel Valdez leads the Boston Red Sox (30-29) into action as -144 favorites against the Detroit Tigers (28-30).

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / June 1, 2024

Enmanuel Valdez goes deep twice, Red Sox knock off Tigers

Enmanuel Valdez recorded the second multi-homer game in as many days for the Boston Red Sox as they used a stretch of five unanswered runs to move past the visiting Detroit Tigers for a 6-3 win on Saturday.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 29, 2024

Red Sox Slugger Shut Down With Nagging Knee Injury, Stalling Breakout Season

The Boston Red Sox injury woes continue to roll through the team as yet another key player was moved to the injured list. In what can only be described as anything other than bad luck, Boston has seen far too many of their stars sidelined this season with injuries.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 11, 2024