The Boston Red Sox are continuing their search for starting pitching as the MLB trade deadline looms. While it seems any hope of acquiring San Diego Padres’ ace Dylan Cease has plummeted following the team’s blockbuster deal for A’s closer Mason Miller,

The Red Sox have reportedly kicked the tires on trading for Pittsburgh Pirates starter Mitch Keller, as Boston looks to strengthen its starting rotation ahead of MLB's trade deadline on Thursday.

The Boston Red Sox are reportedly interested in adding Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller, although they have competition from other teams, per Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.