A trade idea proposed by Paul Hembekides would send Jarren Duran from the Boston Red Sox to the San Diego Padres for Luis Arraez, Ethan Salas, and Jeremiah Estrada.

Duran is the perfect addition because he extends the lineup and provides matchup troubles for opposing managers. Adding another productive stick creates a more balanced lineup that eliminates the use of lefty-righty relievers to neutralize the batting order late in close games.

Monday had to be a wild day to be Jarren Duran. The Boston Red Sox's star outfielder woke up in the middle of an 0-for-16 slump. Then, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reported that the San Diego Padres were interested in acquiring him via trade,