Red Sox Secure Suarez with $130M, Five-Year Contract

Casey Halston

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Red Sox Secure Suarez with $130M, Five-Year Contract

The Boston Red Sox have bolstered their pitching lineup by signing left-handed pitcher Ranger Suarez. The team has secured Suarez with a lucrative five-year contract worth $130 million.

Contract Details

The deal, reported by USA TODAY’s Bob Nightingale, represents a significant investment in the 30-year-old pitcher. This contract underscores the Red Sox’s commitment to strengthening their already formidable rotation.

Ranger Suarez’s Career Overview

Suarez has had a successful career, having spent the last eight seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies. He hails from Pie de Cuesta, Venezuela, where his journey in professional baseball began.

2025 Season Performance

In the most recent season, Suarez made 26 starts, achieving a record of 12 wins and 8 losses. His performance included:

Earned Run Average (ERA): 3.20
Innings Pitched: 157.1
Strikeouts: 151
Walks: 38

All-Star Recognition

Suarez earned an All-Star selection in 2024 and boasts an impressive overall record. Throughout his career, he has played in 187 games with:

Overall Record: 53 wins, 37 losses
Cumulative ERA: 3.38
Cumulative WHIP: 1.270
Total Innings Pitched: 762.0

New Team Dynamics

Suarez joins a talented pitching rotation that features standout players like Garrett Crochet and newcomer Sonny Gray. Additionally, Brayan Bello and Connelly Early are key members of the team’s pitching staff.

Manager Alex Cora also has several other capable pitchers at his disposal, including: