MLB Trade Rumors: Red Sox's Kenley Jansen Targeted by Dodgers, Phillies, Padres

Boston Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen is receiving trade interest from several opposing teams ahead of the 2024 season.

Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported that the Red Sox are still "fielding offers" for Jansen, mentioning the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers as possible trade destinations for the four-time All-Star.

MLB Network's Jon Morosi also mentioned the Dodgers' interest in a reunion on Thursday while bringing up the Philadelphia Phillies as a potential landing spot as well.

Jansen spent the first 12 seasons of his career with the Dodgers, blossoming into one of the league's top relief pitchers as he made three consecutive All-Star teams from 2016 through 2018. He's totaled 420 saves since he made his debut in 2010. That ranks No. 7 all-time and No. 1 among all active players.

Although his production declined prior to his eventual exit from Los Angeles, his resurgent performances throughout the past two seasons with the Atlanta Braves and Red Sox have led to several teams registering interest in his services.

In two years after leaving the Dodgers, Jansen compiled a commendable 3.48 ERA while striking out 137 batters in 108.2 innings of work. His 41 saves in 2022 represented the highest mark in the National League.

Trading Jansen could provide some financial flexibility for Boston, with the 36-year-old set to earn $16 million in 2024 (via Spotrac). For a Red Sox team operating with an eye on the future after a 78-84 season, Jansen likely doesn't fit into the organization's long-term plans.

Boston could opt to wait until the season begins and look for a deal ahead of the July 30 trade deadline, although the front office would risk receiving lesser offers due to the lack of time remaining on his contract.