Grissom, who made 64 big league appearances throughout the last two seasons with Atlanta, was dealt in exchange for left-handed starting pitcher Chris Sale. The 22-year-old was selected in the 11th round of the 2020 Major League Baseball Draft, and due to an overcrowded infield depth chart, the Braves elected to do right by Grissom and provide him with a more favorable opportunity to play every day in Boston — a new chapter that the former No. 22-ranked prospect also welcomes in open arms.

“I want to say thank you (to the Red Sox) for believing in me and giving me a shot to play for this incredibly historic ball club and I couldn’t be more excited for this next chapter with new teammates, new coaches, new fans and family. I can’t wait to get started,” Grissom published on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, shortly following the trade.