After Boston dealt four prospects to acquire Garrett Crochet, it only makes sense for them to try to sign him to a long-term deal.

In search of a No. 1 starter, Boston sends three former Sea Dogs and this year’s first-round draft pick to the White Sox.

Boston’s bullpen is still a work-in-progress, but Whitlock will be a part of it.

Boston didn’t land the biggest name in free agency this winter, but still has needs to fill.

Boston needs starting pitching, right-handed power and help the bullpen. Missing out of Soto gives them more money to spend on those needs.

Chief Baseball Office Craig Breslow says it is time to deliver and build a winner in Boston.

The Red Sox, along with the New York Yankees, New York Mets, Toronto Blue Jays and perhaps the Los Angeles Dodgers are believed to still be involved.

Chapman, who has agreed to a $10.75 million deal, will be in the mix to replace Kenley Jansen as Boston’s closer.