Aroldis Chapman needs one out to secure $13.3 million contract with Red Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Aroldis Chapman is on the verge of securing a $13.3 million contract with the Boston Red Sox for the 2027 season. He needs just one out to reach the crucial 40-inning threshold required for the vesting option in his contract. Despite concerns about his future a few weeks ago, Chapman's performance has helped maintain his position on the team. He has pitched 39 ⅔ innings over 41 games this season. If he throws one more out before the season concludes, he will achieve the milestone that guarantees his contract for next season.
- •Chapman has pitched 39 ⅔ innings this season.
- •He needs one out to trigger his 2027 contract guarantee.
- •Concerns over his future arose before the trade deadline.
- •His contract includes a $13.3 million guarantee for 2027.
- •Chapman has been a top reliever, despite questions about his age.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox’s Aroldis Chapman Needs to Get One More Out to Secure $13.3 Million Contract
"Aroldis Chapman's future seems to be with the Red Sox.
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