According to ESPN’s Buster Olney, the Red Sox have agreed to sign free agent right-hander Justin Masterson.
Masterson, 28, spent last season splitting time between the Cleveland Indians and St. Louis Cardinals. In 28 games (25 starts) he compiled a 7-9 record with a 5.88 ERA.
For his career, Masterson owns a 60-72 record, with a 4.24 ERA, 3.89 FIP and a 1.387 WHIP.
The deal is for one year and $9 million dollars, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today.
It has certainly been a busy week for the Red Sox