Drew Pomeranz went into free agency not knowing what kind of offers he’d receive. But he knew he didn’t want to sign a minor league deal. news sports entertainment obituaries subscribe

January 8, 2026 The MassLive Red Sox Newsletter Red Sox Ex-Red Sox pitcher would have likely retired over signing minor league deal Drew Pomeranz went into free agency not knowing what kind of offers he’d receive. But he knew he didn’t want to sign a minor league deal. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com Read more Red Sox Red Sox among teams still talking to 2 key free agents (report) The Red Sox still have work to do when it comes to free agency and remain engaged with two free agents. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox With Red Sox free agent pitcher ‘considering retirement,’ Boston looking at lefty relievers Lefty reliever Justin Wilson enjoyed a strong first season in Boston last year and seems like a strong fit to return in 2026. There’s a chance, however, that he’s done pitching for good. By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox’ ‘bulldog’ prospect once ‘wasn’t a very big recruit’; now he’s up to 97 mph with plus control The intriguing Red Sox prospect posted a 3.04 ERA in 18 outings (16 starts) after Boston traded him for him last year. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox sign former Yankees first round pick with non-roster invite to spring training The Red Sox on Tuesday announced seven non-roster spring training invitees, including former Yankees first-round draft pick T.J. Sikkema. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Is Dustin Pedroia a Hall of Famer? Ex-Red Sox teammate gives endorsement There’s been plenty of discussion about whether Dustin Pedroia belongs in the Hall of Fame, and one of his former Red Sox teammates endorsed him for the honor. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    See more   Enjoy a full year of All Access   for only $1 a week.   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.