The BoSox received infielder from the Washington Nationals on the weekend in exchange for southpaw. The trade, reported Saturday evening, sends Mead, young prospect, from Washington's farm system to the Red Sox. Mead, listed as a notable young player, slashed strongly while racking up home runs in the highest farm tier recently, entering his age-25 campaign. The trade bolsters Boston's two bag tandem while Washington picks up a southpaw for its hurlers. Boston's front office has been active on the deal circuit, looking to boost depth across the carded spots. Sources say that Mead brings a compact swing and steady glove that match how Boston wants to handle its bench. In Washington, adding a left-handed piece addresses a need the team has been seeking to close for some time. Neither side has addressed media on long-term plans for the talents. For today, the focus moves to how the numbers read, where the roster hopefuls will try to earn spots. Lookahead: Boston gets youth upside, Washington gets rotation help, and the game watches how both pay off.