Shohei Ohtani Sweepstakes: Red Sox Out, Blue Jays In, Yankees Add Outfielder

The Boston Red Sox have reportedly pulled out of the race to sign Shohei Ohtani, joining the Texas Rangers and New York Mets. However, they are among the favorites to sign Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the ace pitcher from the Orix Buffaloes. Yamamoto, who won the Sawamura Award and Pacific League MVP, has garnered significant interest from multiple teams. The Red Sox may have a backup plan in Jordan Montgomery if they have doubts about signing Yamamoto.