Rutschman was traded to the Boston Red Sox. Meanwhile, division rivals Boston and Tampa Bay both improved at the position. Boston grabbed All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Orioles, while Tampa Bay picked up Liam Hicks from the Marlins. New York started Monday 2½ games back of Tampa Bay for the division lead and the best record in the American League. Austin Wells has been one of the worst hitters in baseball this season, though he has improved over recent weeks.