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Although the 2024 season has not yet ended, there are teams and players who are already beginning to plan what their offseason will be like, especially those players who will be heading towards Free Agency, as is the case of Aroldis Chapmanwho could end up signing with a great team in the East of the American League.
And no, it’s not about New York Yankees. The Cuban could return to the same division in which he competed between 2016 and 2022 when he was with the ninth team. Bronxalthough next year he could be wearing the uniform of Boston Red Soxtaking into account the search for left-handed pitchers that that franchise has.
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According to the journalist Chris Cotillo of MassLive, one of the objectives of Red Sox This offseason would be adding a left-handed reliever with a good repertoire and great command to their bullpen.
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The first on the wish list could be Tanner Scottwho this year was with Miami Marlins y San Diego Padresand will be released once the Playoffs. However, due to the extensive pitching search, next on the radar would be Aroldis Chapman.
“Chapy” signed a contract for one harvest and just over $10 million with Pittsburgh Piratesso he will look for a good deal after appearing in 68 games, the highest number of his career, with which he equaled his limit achieved in 2012 and 2013, when he played for Cincinnati Reds.
Taking into account that Boston Red Sox I would lose Kenley Jansen y Chris Martintheir eighth and ninth inning pitchers, are very likely to look for experienced pitchers who can perform pressing tasks and precisely Aroldis Chapman meets those characteristics.
Aroldis Chapman with great options
Few high-profile left-handed relievers will be available in free agency heading into the 2025 season. In addition to the Cuban and Tanner Scottthey find the experienced AJ Minter and surely Aaron Bummerwho depends on himself Atlanta Braves whether or not he takes the option on his contract for next year.
Likewise, the name of Aroldis Chapman He is among the first on that list, so his group of suitors should not be reduced. Boston Red Sox It is a good option, taking into account the management’s statements, in which they assured that they will seek to compete next season, after finishing in third place this year.
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In the last two harvests, the Cuban reliever has worn the uniforms of Kansas City Royals, Texas Rangers y Pittsburgh Piratesalthough with none of those three did he get a multi-year contract, something that he may be looking for, but given his age, it would be complicated.
What is a fact is that after achieving 14 saves in 2024, Aroldis Chapman He made it clear that he can act as a closer, setup or even a middle or situational reliever, something that any manager would appreciate.
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