Overview
- Chris Cotillo of MassLive reports Boston plans to keep Houck under contract, with the tender decision due by Friday evening.
- Houck underwent Tommy John surgery in August and is likely to miss most or all of the 2026 season.
- The right-hander remains arbitration-eligible through 2027, making this a forward-looking move toward a potential 2027 impact.
- MLB Trade Rumors projects a 2026 salary near $3.95 million and roughly $8 million total if he is retained through 2027.
- The Red Sox have a full 40-man roster before Rule 5 protections, and their recent investment in rehabbing pitchers like Patrick Sandoval provides precedent.