A's trade closer Andrew Bailey to Red Sox in 5-player deal

Image by Airchinapilot via FlickrImage by BaseballBacks via FlickrImage by Getty Images via @daylifeImage by Getty Images via @daylifeThe Boston Red Sox took a major step toward revamping their pitching staff, acquiring closer Andrew Bailey in a five-player trade with the Oakland A's on Wednesday.

The Red Sox will also receive outfielder Ryan Sweeney while sending outfielder Josh Reddick and minor leaguers Miles Head, a corner infielder, and Raul Alcantara, a right-handed pitcher, to Oakland.

A's trade closer Andrew Bailey to Red Sox in 5-player deal

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