Red Sox Could Explore Reunion With Nathan Eovaldi

Boston could need another starting pitcher this winter if Sonny Gray departs in free agency. Brayan Bello is the leading in-house option, but the Red Sox could also look beyond the organization, with Texas potentially willing to discuss trades involving Eovaldi and other high-paid players.

Eovaldi, who previously pitched for Boston and was part of its 2018 World Series-winning team, has posted a 3.40 ERA across 103 appearances with Texas since 2023. He has also delivered in the postseason, with a 3.05 ERA in 17 playoff appearances.

His results have varied recently: Eovaldi recorded a 1.73 ERA in 22 appearances in 2025, then finished 2026 with a 4.20 ERA over 27 appearances. He stayed generally healthy during the latest season. A potential trade could offer Boston an experienced arm, and his one year left under contract may limit the acquisition cost.

The main drawback is the short-term commitment. Eovaldi is due $24 million in 2027 and would become a free agent afterward, potentially leaving Boston to seek another replacement the following offseason.