The Boston Red Sox exercised pitcher Garrett Whitlock's $8.25 million option for the 2027 season on Sunday, preventing the right-hander from becoming a free agent. Whitlock, 30, posted a career-best 1.72 ERA with a 7-2 record and four saves across 54 relief appearances in 2026. The Red Sox acquired Whitlock in April 2022 on an $18.75 million, four-year contract that included club options.
The team also holds a $10.5 million option for 2028 with a $500,000 buyout. Whitlock missed time earlier in the season due to left knee inflammation and right elbow inflammation, but remained effective upon returning to the mound.
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