Red Sox Let $37 Million Starting Right-Hander Walk Away in Free Agency
Summary
The Boston Red Sox decided not to offer a contract extension to pitcher Lucas Giolito, allowing him to become a free agent. Giolito performed well after returning from surgery, but the team chose not to make a qualifying offer, which is a one-year deal at a set amount. This decision affects the Red Sox's starting rotation for the upcoming season.Key Facts
- The Red Sox did not extend a qualifying offer to pitcher Lucas Giolito, making him a free agent.
- A qualifying offer is a one-year contract set at a predetermined salary, which was $22.05 million for this year.
- Giolito had a record of 10 wins and 4 losses with a 3.41 ERA in 26 starts this past season.
- The Red Sox's decision means they will not receive an extra draft pick that comes with offering a qualifying offer.
- Giolito was set to earn $19 million next year through a mutual option he declined earlier in the week.
- The Red Sox's rotation now includes returning pitchers Garrett Crochet and Brayan Bello.
- The team is expecting rookie Hunter Dobbins to return from knee surgery next season.
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