In the immediate aftermath of the deadline, it doesn't feel like the Red Sox did much of anything, let alone enough to solidify them as a serious playoff team.

For the first time since 2021, the Red Sox will arrive at the trade deadline in possession of one of the American League’s six postseason spots. Now, Craig Breslow has a chance to bolster the roster for a playoff push, with the Sox winning 17 of their last 25 games to make a strong case for October baseball.