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Red Sox Release Walker Buehler After One Season

The move follows a rocky campaign defined by a bullpen shift, control trouble, a 5.45 ERA.

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HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 13: (EDITOR'S NOTE:This image was taken with a Tilt Shift lens.) Walker Buehler #0 of the Boston Red Sox pitches during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on August 13, 2025 in Houston, Texas.
Aug 19, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Walker Buehler (0) pitches against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Boston announced the veteran right-hander's release Friday before opening a series against the Pirates.
  • Chris Cotillo of MassLive first reported the decision, which the team later confirmed.
  • Buehler signed a one-year, $21.05 million deal in December and is now a free agent.
  • His 2025 line: 112.1 innings, a 7-7 record, a 5.45 ERA, a 5.88 FIP, 6.7 strikeouts per nine, and 4.4 walks per nine.
  • He was moved from the rotation to the bullpen last week and last pitched at Yankee Stadium, allowing two runs in 2 1/3 innings.