Red Sox Extend Aroldis Chapman Through 2026
TL;DR
The Red Sox have extended Aroldis Chapman through the 2026 season with an option for 2027, reflecting his outstanding 2025 performance where he posted a 1.04 ERA and struck out 38.7% of batters, marking one of his best seasons in recent years. The deal guarantees him $13.3 million, with a potential $26 million over two seasons if the 2027 option vests, based on innings pitched. This move secures a veteran presence in the bullpen for Boston as they contend in the postseason.
- Red Sox To Extend Aroldis Chapman MLB Trade Rumors
- Red Sox, Aroldis agree to extension for 2026 (source) MLB.com
- Aroldis Chapman agrees to contract to keep him as Red Sox closer for next season The Boston Globe
- Rumor: Red Sox Extend All-Star Pitcher NESN
- MLB Notebook: Red Sox had high hopes for Aroldis Chapman, but couldn’t have envisioned his ‘historic season’ MassLive
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