Aroldis Chapman Joins Boston Red Sox on One-Year Deal to Strengthen Bullpen
The Boston Red Sox have bolstered their bullpen by signing veteran left-handed pitcher Aroldis Chapman to a one-year contract worth $10.75 million. Known for his electrifying velocity, Chapman brings a wealth of experience, with 335 career saves and seven All-Star appearances. At age 36, he joins the Red Sox after recording 14 saves and 98 strikeouts in 61 2/3 innings with the Pittsburgh Pirates last season.
The addition comes as the Red Sox aim to improve their relief corps, which struggled in 2024, blowing 31 of 71 save opportunities. With longtime closer Kenley Jansen likely departing in free agency, Chapman offers Boston a versatile option for late-inning roles alongside rising talent Justin Slaten and Liam Hendriks, who is returning from injury.
Chapman, a two-time World Series champion, looks to bring stability to a team eager to return to postseason contention after missing the playoffs for three consecutive years. Pending a physical, this deal represents a significant move by Boston’s front office to address their bullpen issues【6】【7】【8】.
