Overview

• The agreement guarantees $13.3 million for 2026, with a vesting/mutual option for 2027 that can bring the two-year value to $26 million.
• Francys Romero reported the deal, and Chris Cotillo added the option structure and financial terms.
• Chapman’s new salary represents roughly a $3.5 million raise from the one-year, $10.75 million contract he signed last November.
• In 57 games this season, he has a 1.04 ERA and a 38.7% strikeout rate, the best ERA among qualified relievers.
• The veteran left-hander continues to anchor Boston’s late innings as the regular season winds down.