Outfielder Randal Grichuk, who had been linked to the Red Sox in recent weeks, signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks for a reported $5 million with incentives that could be worth another $500,000. The deal was first reported by MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand.

The Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals have reportedly "had recent communication" regarding star third baseman Nolan Arenado, according to Jon Morosi

The trade rumors surrounding St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado had seemingly died down a bit, but a deal with the Boston Red Sox could be back in play.