Walker Buehler joins the Boston Red Sox on a one-year deal after a season hampered by injuries.
The Chicago Cubs have been in the pitcher market over the past few weeks, looking to improve their rotation heading into next season. The Cubs signing another starter before the campaign seems like a given, and while there are many options available, they lost a potential one on Monday morning. Right-hander Walker Buehler and the Boston Red Sox are in agreement on a one-year, $21.05 million deal which includes incentives, sources tell Yahoo Sports.
The two-time World Series champion with the Dodgers now becomes the veteran arm in Boston’s new-look rotation. Buehler, a right-hander who was one of the best starters in Major League Baseball before injuries derailed his career, will have an opportunity to raise his value with the Red Sox. Wrigley is one of the most pitcher-friendly ballparks in baseball, and for a guy who needs to raise his value on a short-term deal, he should've been intrigued by potentially playing with the Cubs. Walker looked excellent during the postseason, throwing the baseball at an elite level in high-leverage moments, but outside of that, his 2024 campaign didn't go as planned, throwing in just 75 1/3 innings and posting a 5.38 ERA
Walker Buehler Boston Red Sox Chicago Cubs MLB Free Agency
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Red Sox Sign Walker Buehler to One-Year DealThe Boston Red Sox have signed former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler to a one-year contract worth $21.05 million. The Red Sox hope Buehler can replicate his strong postseason performances from 2022.
Read more »
Walker Buehler Signs with Boston Red SoxFormer Dodgers World Series champion pitcher Walker Buehler joins the Boston Red Sox on a one-year deal worth $21.05 million.
Read more »
Red Sox Sign Walker Buehler to One-Year DealThe Boston Red Sox have signed free agent pitcher Walker Buehler to a one-year, $21.05 million contract. Buehler, who previously played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, had a strong postseason performance in 2023.
Read more »
Cubs Miss Out on Walker Buehler as He Signs with Red SoxThe Chicago Cubs were rumored to be interested in signing pitcher Walker Buehler, but he has instead agreed to a one-year deal with the Boston Red Sox.
Read more »
Red Sox Sign Former Dodgers Ace Walker BuehlerWalker Buehler, who clinched the 2024 World Series for the Dodgers, has signed with the Boston Red Sox.
Read more »