Red Sox Sign Kristian Campbell to Eight-Year Extension
The Boston Red Sox have secured a significant commitment by signing Kristian Campbell to an eight-year contract extension. This move underscores the team’s confidence in Campbell’s future contributions and their long-term plans for the roster.
Detroit Tigers Offseason Review
After a surprising playoff appearance in 2024, the Detroit Tigers entered the offseason aiming to strengthen their roster further, but fell short in several key pursuits. Despite positive signs from young players like Tarik Skubal, Riley Greene, Colt Keith, and Reese Olson, the Tigers were unable to land the impactful players they targeted during the offseason.
Key Signings:
- Jack Flaherty (SP): Two years, $35MM (with opt-out after 2025)
- Gleyber Torres (2B): One year, $15MM
- Alex Cobb (SP): One year, $15MM
- Tommy Kahnle (RP): One year, $7.75MM
- John Brebbia (RP): One year, $2.75MM
- Manuel Margot (OF): One year, $1.3MM
- Jose Urquidy (SP): One year, $1MM (with 2026 club option)
Total 2025 spending: $67.8MM
Total team spending: $77.8MM
Departures:
- Mason Englert and Alex Faedo were traded, along with other minor league moves.
Despite an encouraging 2024 season, the Tigers were unable to capitalize on their unexpected success to acquire the talent they needed to push toward a World Series run. With less than $40MM in salary commitments for 2025, many expected Detroit to be more aggressive in the market, but their efforts largely fell short.
Other Notable News:
- Red Sox Sign Kristian Campbell to an eight-year deal.
- Padres extend Jackson Merrill with a nine-year extension.
- Reynaldo Lopez will undergo an arthroscopic shoulder procedure.
