Vaughn Grissom

The Angels have acquired infielder Vaughn Grissom from the Red Sox in exchange for minor league outfielder Isaiah Jackson, according to announcements from both clubs. Prior to the official announcement, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported the Grissom portion and Chris Cotillo of MassLive the Jackson part. The move drops Boston’s 40-man count to 39, perhaps…

The Angels acquired infielder Vaughn Grissom in a trade with the Red Sox on Tuesday in return for minor league outfielder Isaiah Jackson.

The Red Sox have traded infielder Vaughn Grissom to the Angels in exchange for outfield prospect Isaiah Jackson.

The Red Sox thought Grissom could be their long-term second baseman when they acquired him for the Braves from Chris Sale, but he was often hurt and hit just .190 in 31 major league games during his two-year stint with the club. He'll get a fresh start with the Angels, who have openings at second base and third base at the moment. If he makes the team, it could be at second, with Christian Moore moving to third or heading to Triple-A. If not, he'll likely go on waivers, since he's out of options.

Vaughn Grissom couldn't stay healthy in Boston.