Red Sox reportedly interested in 3 Marlins relief pitchers

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Even though the Red Sox traded for first baseman/outfielder Steve Pearce last week, it doesn't appear the organization is content on stopping there.

According to MLB.com's Jon Paul Morosi, the Red Sox are among the teams in contact with the Marlins about relievers Kyle Barraclough, Adam Conley and Drew Steckenrider. The Red Sox will likely get right-hander Tyler Thornburg back this week, but could look to add another arm as the deadline approaches.

Barraclough is the most interesting name as he has eight saves this year and potentially could turn into Craig Kimbrel's replacement as the current Red Sox closer's contract is up after this season and Barraclough is signed through 2021.

The report adds the Dodgers are also interested in the three relief pitchers.

Going into Monday, the Red Sox bullpen has an ERA of 3.17, which is fifth in all of baseball.