While their rivals in the Bronx handed out a record-breaking contract for an ace starting pitcher, the Boston Red Sox countered with a cost-effective option to fill the back of their rotation.
Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the Red Sox have signed left-hander Martin Perez to a 1-year, $6 million deal with a 2021 club option for $6.25 million.
The reaction from fans was across social media was a resounding yawn. Perez isn’t exactly the type of splash that anyone is going to get excited about. However, he does fit the mold for what the Red Sox needed – a pitcher to fill their open spot at the back of the rotation who won’t cost much money.