The Red Sox have long said that they are actively working to add depth and versatility to their team, even if no deal is being made. So, in the 24-hour break this weekend, they agreed to deal with two key pieces that should help complete their puzzle this season.
On Friday night, the Red Sox struck a two-year, $ 14 million deal with superuser Enrique Hernandez, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. On Saturday, they agreed to a $ 10 million one-year contract with veteran Garrett Richards, as first reported by ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The deal would have an option for a second year.
The 32-year-old right-hand man comes from a promising season with the San Diego Padres, where he posted 4.03 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 8.1 K / 9 in 14 games and 10 matches. This marked his first full year back after returning from the Tommy John surgery he did in mid-2018. Richards has handled his share of injuries over the years, …