The Boston Red Sox are gearing up for another offseason of roster building. Despite finishing the season around .500, the team has shown it’s not far from contending, with young talent exceeding expectations. While Boston has a strong pipeline of offensive prospects ready to make an impact, their pitching depth from the minors is lacking.
As a result, the Red Sox are expected to focus on bolstering their pitching staff, and one potential target is former player Michael Wacha. Wacha, who had a solid 3.32 ERA during his 2022 season in Boston, has impressed in 2024 with a 3.29 ERA over 27 starts for the Kansas City Royals. He is set to become a free agent this winter and is projected to command a contract worth about $77 million over four years.
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Wacha could be a valuable addition, but the Red Sox will likely need more than just him to compete. While Wacha would make for a strong No. 3 starter, Boston will need to pursue a top-tier pitcher alongside him to truly bolster their rotation. Fortunately, there will be plenty of options on the market, and Wacha would be a solid part of a broader offseason strategy.
