The Boston Red Sox have to be honest with themselves about what they can and can't accomplish at the upcoming trade deadline. It's still too early to call the Red Sox dead, but that's the way things are trending.

Amid a five-game losing streak, the Boston Red Sox’s playoff hopes have taken a hit. While there is still a month before the trade deadline, and their trajectory can change on a week-to-week basis, the focus is turning to what direction Boston will take.