It feels a little bit unusual to Cherington, because he knows it should feel natural to get calls at this point, as this would also be when the MLB Draft would typically be held.
With a handful of strong middle-infield prospects rising through the ranks, the organization will listen to calls about him as they look to the future.
Tyler Anderson, who has also hit a few bumps recently, is in Pittsburgh on a one-year deal and would provide starting depth for a team down the stretch and into the playoffs.
On the other hand, there are players who are clearly crucial to what the club is trying to build over the next few years.
“I think, obviously, there are going to be players we value extremely highly and we see as a big part of our future,” Cherington said.
“There’s no particular level of player we’re focused on or targeting,” Cherington said.
“I’ve never been very good at predicting when the conversations turn to traction,” Cherington said.