Fri Nov 15 11:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Red Sox Add Veteran Relief Pitcher Justin Wilson
**BOSTON, MA** – The Boston Red Sox have made their first on-field addition of the offseason, signing veteran relief pitcher Justin Wilson to a one-year contract. The deal, which is reportedly in the neighborhood of $1.5 million, signifies Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow’s focus on bolstering the team’s pitching staff.
Wilson, a 37-year-old left-hander, has a decade of experience in the MLB, pitching for teams including the Pirates, Yankees, Tigers, Cubs, Mets, and Reds. After a year away from baseball, he returned to the Reds in 2023, making 60 appearances with a 5.59 ERA and 4.73 FIP. Despite his ERA, Wilson performed well in terms of chase rate, ranking in the 95th percentile.
This move comes as the Red Sox look to reshape their pitching staff after a disappointing 2023 season. While it’s not a blockbuster signing like Juan Soto, the acquisition of Wilson is a step in the right direction for Boston as they prepare for the 2024 season.
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