The Boston Red Sox have acquired veteran right-hander Sonny Gray in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals , it was announced Tuesday.

In return, St. Louis receives left-handed prospect Brandon Clarke and right-hander Richard Fitts . Boston also will receive $20 million to help cover Gray's salary, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Gray, 36, waived his no-trade clause to leave the Cardinals. The three-time All-Star went 14-8 with a 4.28 ERA last season while not missing a start for St. Louis.

He had been guaranteed $40 million for the next two seasons: $35 million for 2026 and a $5 million buyout of a $30 million team option for 2027. His contract was changed to guarantee him $41 million: a $31 million salary for next year and a $30 million mutual option for 2027 with a $10 million

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