Red Sox add John Brebbia to bolster bullpen as playoff push continues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:44 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Boston Red Sox signed right-hander John Brebbia to a minor-league deal on August 7, 2026. This move comes as the team, riding a historic winning streak, aims to secure a playoff spot. Brebbia, a Boston native with nearly a decade of MLB experience, posted a 1.62 ERA in Triple-A this season. Despite a strong bullpen, the Red Sox may need additional depth as they navigate the final stretch of the season. Brebbia's return marks an opportunity for him to contribute to a contending team.
- •John Brebbia signs minor-league deal with the Red Sox on August 7, 2026.
- •Brebbia had a 1.62 ERA with Triple-A Albuquerque this season.
- •The Red Sox are currently on a significant winning streak.
- •The team has one of the deepest bullpens in MLB.
- •Brebbia returns to Boston, where he was born and raised.
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Acquire 9-Year MLB Veteran, Boston Native Amid Stunning Win Streak
"The Boston Red Sox make a veteran addition as their historic winning puts them into the playoff picture.
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