With the MLB offseason just getting started, the Boston Red Sox have made a big decision with star relief pitcher Garrett Whitlock. The Red Sox have announced that they have exercised Whitlock's club option for the 2027 season. The 30-year-old pitcher will officially be staying put and will continue to be an important part of the Red Sox's bullpen.
With the Red Sox picking up Whitlock's option, he will have an $8.25 million salary for the American League East team in the 2027 season. When looking at how excellently he has pitched for Boston in recent years, it is not difficult to understand why Boston has decided to keep him around. Whitlock was very good for the Red Sox during the 2026 season.
In 54 games for Boston this campaign, he posted a 7-2 record, a 1.72 ERA, and 59 strikeouts. This marked the third season in a row where the six-year MLB veteran had a 2.25 ERA or lower. Thus, he has been an incredibly effective pitcher for Boston for a while now.
In 219 career MLB games with the Red Sox, Whitlock has a 32-16 record, a 2.93 ERA, 14 saves, and 402 strikeouts.
Extract — continue reading at the source.
