The 29-year-old Alcala (0-2) has an 8.88 ERA in 22 appearances for the Twins this year. His final outing with Minnesota came Tuesday when he gave up five runs — four earned — in a 16-4 loss to Texas.

According to reports, the Boston Red Sox have acquired hard-throwing reliever Jorge Alcala from the Minnesota Twins. Robert Murray of Fansided was one of the first to report the trade, but the return isn't known yet.

BOSTON — Days after they designated him for assignment, the Red Sox Saturday dealt righthanded pitcher Brian Van Belle to the Cincinnati Reds for cash considerations.