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Red Sox Lose 7-Year Veteran to Free Agency After Solid Season

Red Sox Lose 7-Year Veteran to Free Agency After Solid Season

Summary

Nick Burdi, a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, has chosen to become a free agent. He hopes to find a better opportunity in Major League Baseball. Burdi played a few games for the Red Sox and had a strong performance in both the major and minor leagues.

Key Facts

  • Nick Burdi is leaving the Boston Red Sox to become a free agent.
  • He pitched in four games for the Red Sox and 31 games for Triple-A Worcester this season.
  • In Triple-A, Burdi had a 2.83 ERA and secured five saves over 35 innings.
  • He made his MLB debut in 2018 with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • Last season, he had a 1.86 ERA in 12 games for the New York Yankees.
  • He has played six MLB seasons but missed the entire 2021 season due to unspecified reasons.
  • Burdi hopes to find a team where he can play more in the major leagues, rather than relying on injuries to get that chance.

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