MLB Rumors: Red Sox acquire RHP Zack Littell from Rangers

The Boston Red Sox reportedly bolstered their bullpen depth on Friday.

According to MLB.com's Kennedi Landry, the Red Sox acquired right-hander Zack Littell from the Texas Rangers in exchange for cash considerations.

Rangers Minor League trade: RHP Zack Littell is being sent to Boston for cash considerations.

Littell had a 2.25 ERA at Triple-A Round Rock this season.
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Littell has appeared in eight games this season for the Rangers' Triple-A affiliate, the Round Rock Express. The 27-year-old righty amassed a 2.25 ERA and 0.917 WHIP through 12 innings.

Previously, Littell had stints in the majors with the Minnesota Twins and San Francisco Giants. Through five MLB seasons, he has a 4.08 ERA and 1.326 WHIP in 145 games.

Boston's acquisition of Littell came shortly after the club placed reliever Kutter Crawford on the 15-day injured list with a hamstring strain. Crawford has shined out of the bullpen this season with a 1.17 ERA over four relief outings.