The 37-year-old lefthander was with the Reds this past season after missing all of 2023 because of Tommy John surgery.

The Red Sox have swung their first move of the offseason, signing 37-year-old relief pitcher Justin Wilson after his shaky second stint with the Reds.

While the Red Sox woo free agent Juan Soto and pursue a trade for White Sox ace Garrett Crochet, they were able to make a complementary move on Thursday by agreeing to terms on a one-year, $2.25 million contract with veteran lefty reliever Justin Wilson,

Left-hander Justin Wilson and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a $2.25 million, one-year contract, according to multiple reports.

The Boston Red Sox have reportedly signed a veteran pitcher with a proven track record, who struggled in 2024 but is looking to return to his old self.

The Red Sox sign veteran lefty reliever Justin Wilson to a major league deal. The Red Sox signed their first free agent of what’s expected to be a busy offseason — and unsurprisingly, the addition is on the pitching side.

The Boston Red Sox are one of the expected heavy hitters for this offseason, and they need help in multiple areas. Their bullpen is one of their biggest concerns, so getting a reliever is a must. This proposed signing would get them their guy, in Tanner Scott, an All-Star reliever, for four years, $60 million.

Alex Cora, the manager of the Boston Red Sox, ran the Boston Half Marathon on November 10, finishing in 2:03:23.

He is no stranger to late-inning work, having picked up 142 holds and 20 saves in his 12 major league seasons.