The Red Sox reworked Willson Contreras' contract when they traded for him. Here's how it all breaks down and impacts the 2026 payroll. news sports entertainment obituaries subscribe

December 22, 2025 The MassLive Red Sox Newsletter Red Sox How Willson Contreras trade, restructured deal will impact Red Sox’ 2026 payroll The Red Sox reworked Willson Contreras' contract when they traded for him. Here's how it all breaks down and impacts the 2026 payroll. By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com Read more Subscriber Exclusive   What Willson Contreras trade means for Red Sox, rest of winter | Sean McAdam The Red Sox finally added a hitter to their roster Sunday night. Here's some immediate reaction to the deal. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox trade for Willson Contreras, adding bat to lineup in deal with Cardinals The Red Sox have been pursing a major lineup addition for weeks. On Sunday night, they landed one. By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com MORE    Red Sox Bobby Dalbec has new home — on new continent — a year after end of Red Sox tenure Former Red Sox infielder Bobby Dalbec is taking his talents to Asia. By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox free agent rumors: Another AL East team enters Alex Bregman sweepstakes The Red Sox have some competition within the AL East for Alex Bregman. By Chris Mason | cmason@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Orioles acquire starting pitcher in five-player trade with Rays (report) The Orioles’ strong offseason continued on Friday. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    See more     Premium Access Family Sharing + Online Newspaper + Ad Lite $10 $5 for the first month   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.