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Red Sox Sign Former Yankees First-Round Draft Pick in Free Agency

Red Sox Sign Former Yankees First-Round Draft Pick in Free Agency

Summary

The Boston Red Sox signed pitcher T.J. Sikkema to a minor league contract and invited him to their spring training. Sikkema was previously with the Cincinnati Reds and was originally drafted by the Yankees.

Key Facts

  • The Red Sox signed T.J. Sikkema to a minor league contract.
  • Sikkema was invited to the Red Sox's major league spring training.
  • In 2025, Sikkema reached the Triple-A level with the Cincinnati Reds.
  • He originally played for the Yankees, drafted 38th overall in 2019.
  • Sikkema was traded to the Kansas City Royals in 2022.
  • He played in Cactus League games for the Royals in 2023.
  • Sikkema, 27, is a left-handed pitcher who uses four types of pitches.
  • He became a free agent for the first time after the 2025 season.

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