Red Sox trade for Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May

BOSTON — The Red Sox have traded for Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May, MLB insider Jeff Passan announced.

May, a former third-round pick back in 2016, has spent the last five seasons with the Dodgers.

In 18 games this season, he has a record of 6-7, throwing for a 4.85 ERA. His last start came against the Red Sox, giving up 5 hits in 5 innings for 4 runs.

The Dodgers, in return, recieved minor league outfielders James Tibbs III and Zach Ehrhard.

To make room for May on the 40-man roster, pitcher Tanner Houck has been put on the 60-day IL.

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