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Red Sox Secure Deal with Veteran Reliever Justin Wilson to Bolster Bullpen

14/11/2024 Raymond 0

The Boston Red Sox have secured left-handed veteran reliever Justin Wilson on a one-year, major league contract, similar in structure to his previous deal with the Reds. Wilson, a 37-year-old with a lengthy MLB career, battled injuries in recent seasons but showed promising underlying stats upon returning from Tommy John surgery. Despite a 5.59 ERA with Cincinnati, largely influenced by the homer-friendly Great American Ball Park, Wilson’s strikeout and walk rates were better than league averages. His four-seam fastball clocked an impressive 95.5 mph, marking one of the highest velocities in his career. Advanced metrics suggest Wilson could be primed for a rebound, making him a valuable and experienced addition to Boston’s bullpen, which currently has few established left-handed options.

Rafael Devers lobbies Boston Red Sox front office for roster help

21/02/2024 Raymond 0

Last season, Rafael Devers delivered a solid performance, boasting a batting average of .271 along with 33 home runs and 100 RBIs across 153 games. Despite his individual achievements, the Boston Red Sox found themselves at the bottom of the highly competitive AL East standings, concluding the season with a disappointing 78-84 record. In January 2023, Devers, now 27 years old, inked a lucrative 10-year contract with the Red Sox, valued at $313.5 million.