David Ortiz is on his first ballot, while it’s the 10th and final ballot for Roger Clemens, Curt Schilling, Barry Bonds and Sammy Sosa.
Boston Red Sox
Tom Caron: Alex Cora rewarded for rejuvenating Red Sox in 2021
The team has picked up the club options on the manager’s contract, extending his deal through the 2024 season.
Red Sox extend Alex Cora’s contract through 2024
The team picks up club options on its manager for the 2023 and 2024 seasons.
Tom Caron: Red Sox must replace durable Rodríguez in rotation
Though frustrating to watch at times, Eduardo Rodríguez was successful in his six seasons with Boston.
Eduardo Rodríguez leaves Red Sox for five-year deal with Tigers
The left-hander has a 64-39 record and a 4.16 ERA in six major league seasons, all with Boston.
Red Sox notebook: Rodriguez reportedly gets multiyear offer
Boston already has made a one-year qualifying offer to pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez but could sign him to a longer contract.
Tom Caron: Red Sox will need creativity to keep big bats
J.D. Martinez has opted to stay in Boston, while Kyle Schwarber has become a free agent. But that doesn’t rule out both being in the Red Sox lineup in 2022.
MLB notebook: Martinez reportedly declines opt out, will remain with Red Sox
Designated hitter J.D. Martinez is due to make $19.375 million in 2022, the final year of a five-year contract.
MLB notebook: Boston slugger Kyle Schwarber declines option
Designated hitter/first baseman Kyle Schwarber, acquired at the trade deadline, will become a free agent.
Red Sox, J.D. Martinez could both win if he opts out of his final year
Reports suggest J.D. Martinez will opt out of the final year of his contract with the Red Sox.