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Red Sox Re-Sign Angel Bastardo To Minor League Deal

The Red Sox are re-signing reliever Angel Bastardo to a minor league contract with an invite to big league camp, reports Francys Romero. The 24-year-old righty would otherwise have qualified for minor league free agency next week. Bastardo has been…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 3:39 AM
Red Sox Re-Sign Angel Bastardo To Minor League Deal
Key Things to Know
  • The Boston Red Sox re-signed reliever Angel Bastardo to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training.
  • The 24-year-old right-hander would have qualified for minor league free agency next week.
  • Bastardo posted a 4.64 ERA with a 32% strikeout rate in 40 Triple-A appearances during the 2026 season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Boston Red Sox have re-signed relief pitcher Angel Bastardo to a minor league contract that includes an invitation to Major League Spring Training. According to Francys Romero, the agreement prevents the 24-year-old right-hander from reaching minor league free agency next week.

Bastardo previously underwent Tommy John surgery in 2024 and was selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the Rule 5 draft before being returned to Boston. During the 2026 season, he made 40 appearances for Triple-A Worcester, posting a 4.64 ERA and a 32% strikeout rate over 54 1/3 innings.

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