The Boston Red Sox have a new starting pitcher.
The team agreed to a deal with free agent Lucas Gioilito on a two-year, $38.5 million contract, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The deal reportedly includes an opt-out after the first season, effectively making it a one-year deal with a player option.
BREAKING: Right-hander Lucas Giolito and the Boston Red Sox are in agreement on a two-year, $38.5 million contract that includes an opt-out after the first season, sources tell ESPN.
Boston lands its first big signing of the winter. The question now is: Will there be more?
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 29, 2023
This article will be updated with more information.