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Matt Thaiss Released After Red Sox U-Turn | Boston Red Sox News
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- Jul 19, 2026
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- 90
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The Red Sox traded away Tommy Kahnle, only to bring him back — a move that unexpectedly opened the door for Matt Thaiss to be released mid-season. Once a top 2016 draft pick with big hype, Thaiss never lived up to his potential, hitting just .210 with 23 homers in over 800 at-bats. His defense behind the plate also fell short, limiting his value. After stints with the Angels, White Sox, and Rays, he’s now a free agent at 31, still chasing that first-round promise — but with a career that’s fallen short of expectations. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/edab5b8ab34dea92