Overview
- The agreement is pending a physical and has not been announced by the team, according to MLB.com and the Boston Herald.
- After a trade from St. Louis, Matz logged a 2.08 ERA in 21 outings for Boston, following a 3.44 ERA in 32 games with the Cardinals, and his work aided the Red Sox’s first postseason trip since 2021.
- In 2025 he posted a 3.05 ERA overall while transitioning almost fully to relief, making 53 appearances with only two starts.
- His arsenal centered on a heavy sinker and featured improved command, with a 3.6% walk rate that ranked fourth among MLB pitchers with at least 50 innings.
- If the deal is completed, he would be the fifth pitcher to appear for the Red Sox, Rays, and Blue Jays, joining Chase Anderson, Mark Guthrie, Trever Miller, and David Price.