"Wilson is the most known quantity for the Sox, as he posted a 3.35 ERA, 27.5% strikeout rate, and 9.7% walk rate over 48 1/3 innings out of the Boston pen in 2025. While the walk rate was on the high side and Wilson's fastball velocity dropped from 95.5mph in 2024 to 94.5mph last year, it was still a very solid season for Wilson, and a sign that he is now fully recovered from the injuries that basically erased his entire 2022-23 seasons."
"One complication for the Red Sox and any other suitor pursuing Wilson is that the veteran isn't entirely committed to pitching in 2026. According to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon, Wilson wants "a fair deal with a legitimate World Series contender" and is willing to hang up his cleats after 13 Major League seasons if his demands aren't met."
The Red Sox are pursuing free-agent left-handed relievers including Justin Wilson, Danny Coulombe, Mayza, and Cionel Perez. Wilson posted a 3.35 ERA, 27.5% strikeout rate, and 9.7% walk rate over 48 1/3 innings in 2025, and his fastball velocity dipped from 95.5 mph to 94.5 mph. He showed recovery from injuries that affected 2022-23, turned 38 last August, is seeking a raise from a $2.25MM guarantee, and could retire if he does not receive a fair deal from a legitimate World Series contender. Mayza spent seven MLB seasons with the Blue Jays and Yankees before pitching with the Pirates and Phillies in 2025, and Perez worked out of the Orioles' bullpen from 2022-25. Both pitchers could sign one-year or non-guaranteed major-league deals as they attempt to rebound from difficult 2024-25 seasons.
Read at MLB Trade Rumors
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