Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas is viewed by the organization as a big piece of what Boston hopes is their next evolution, as he's currently Baseball America's No. 29-ranked prospect in the sport. Casas hit just .197 in his first 27 major-league games in 2022, but it's clear that the Red Sox want him to be part of their future. According to Casas, he hasn't had any extension talks with the team, but he wouldn't mind approaching that subject. General manager Chaim Bloom isn't a stranger to early extensions from his days in the Tampa Bay Rays organization. The 23-year-old youngster is in line to be the team's regular first baseman in 2023 after Boston parted ways with Eric Hosmer this offseason.

The Miami Marlins have discussed a potential trade with the Boston Red Sox involving first baseman Triston Casas, per the Miami Herald's Craig Mish and Barry Jackson. Per Mish and Jackson, the Marlins are willing to move one starting pitcher this offseason in order to bolster their lineup. However, the Red Sox have so far rejected all offers. Casas is one of baseball's top prospects and boasts elite power potential. The 22-year-old slashed .273/.382/.481 with 11 home runs and 38 RBI in 317 plate appearances in 2022 with Triple-A Worcester and .197/.358/.408 with five HR and 12 RBI in 95 plate appearances with the Red Sox. The Marlins may need to include several hitters to complete a deal, and the Athletic's Chad Jennings has reported that the Red Sox have interest in second/third baseman Joey Wendle.

The Boston Red Sox had a show of faith for infielder Triston Casas to start at first base on Opening Day in 2023 after they designated veteran Eric Hosmer for assignment on Friday. Casas made his debut with Boston last year and hit .197/.358/.408 with five home runs, 12 RBI, 11 runs scored and a stolen base in only 95 plate appearances over 27 games played. The 22-year-old suffered a knee injury while playing winter ball, but he's fully expected to be ready for spring training and the start of the regular season. MLB Pipeline has Casas ranked as Boston's No. 2 prospect, behind only shortstop Marcelo Mayer. In 72 games at Triple-A Worcester in 2022, Casas slashed .273/.382/.481 with an .863 OPS, 11 home runs, 38 RBI and 45 runs scored in 317 plate appearances.