Alex Cora is in the final year of his deal as manager of the Red Sox, and baseball chief Craig Breslow says contract talks will happen ‘at the appropriate time.’

The four deals combine for roughly $16 million and puts Boston’s payroll for the 2024 season at roughly $202 million, well short of the tax threshold.

Analysis: As the Red Sox and Craig Breslow look to upgrade the roster, here’s a peek at prospect talent and depth by position.

Boston is signing the right-hander to a two-year, $38.5 million contract in their first significant move of the offseason.

Roman Anthony, who finished last season with the Sea Dogs, has the plate discipline of a veteran and compares to Triston Casas.

O’Neill, a two-time Gold Glove winner, is traded to Boston for pitchers Nick Robertson and Victor Santos.

Boston sends Verdugo to New York for three right-handed pitchers.

Ortiz, the former Red Sox DH, thinks Boston should place more emphasis on experience over analytics when building its roster.