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While the drama of the last few days continues to make waves in national media, the Tigers vs. Tarik Skubal in arbitration isn’t the only point of interest for the club.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 10

Red Sox Fan-Favorite Linked To Yankees By MLB Insider

There is still a lot of talent on the board with just a few weeks to go until Spring Training begins. There are former members of the Boston Red Sox who seemingly have a chance to return, like Alex Bregman.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 10

Red Sox Free Agent Lucas Giolito Reportedly In Talks With AL Rival

Lucas Giolito's tenure with the Boston Red Sox was one of many ups and downs, and based on all the circumstantial evidence, it appears that tenure will end after two years.

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Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 10

Tigers rumors: Detroit linked to Lucas Giolito, Chris Bassitt in free agency

The Detroit Tigers enter a critical offseason as front-office strategy, free-agent planning, and rotation stability come into sharper focus. The Tigers have been linked to veteran starters Lucas Giolito and Chris Bassitt as the organization evaluates whether it can strengthen its pitching staff amid a record-setting arbitration case.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 10

Tigers Showing Interest In Chris Bassitt, Lucas Giolito

The Tigers entered the offseason with a focus on adding pitching help, and that goal has manifested itself in the form of two notable bullpen arms (Kenley

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 6

Red Sox's $38.5M Veteran Predicted To Leave Boston In Favor Of Angels

"That's business, baby." Boston Red Sox free-agent starting pitcher Lucas Giolito said that to Rob Bradford on the "Baseball Isn't Boring" podcast last week, and he was referring to how his current/soon-to-be former team had seemingly left him out in the cold.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 5

Red Sox Predicted To Lose 31-Year-Old All-Star To Yankees

Two members of the Boston Red Sox's 2025 starting rotation are available in free agency right now. Lucas Giolito had a great, bounce-back season with the organization in 2025.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 5

Yankees Predicted to Take Chance on Injured Starting Pitcher

The New York Yankees have yet to make a big move in the 2025-2026 offseason. Now, they're being predicted to make a deal with a player who just spent a year with their arch-rivals and has a complicated injury history.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 1

Lucas Giolito Prediction Would Make Life In AL Harder For Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox's starting rotation certainly is going to look different in 2026. Boston went out and acquired Sonny Gray from the St. Louis Cardinals and Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Boston Red Sox News / Mets Merized Online / January 1

Free Agent Profile: Lucas Giolito, SP

Position: SP B/T: R/R Player Data: Age: 31 (07/14/1994) 2025 Traditional Stats: 26 G (26 starts), 145 IP, 3.41 ERA, 1.290 WHIP, 10-4, 121 K, 56 BB 2025

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America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / December 30

Rangers Named Logical Fit for Former All-Star Free Agent Starting Pitcher

The Texas Rangers entered the offseason hoping to take steps to get back to the postseason after back-to-back missed appearances following their first World Series title in franchise history.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 30

Why Astros Should Consider Lucas Giolito as Middle-Rotation Option

The Houston Astros have quite a few holes to fill prior to the 2026 season, and one of the biggest issues to overcome for them is going to be their current payroll books.

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Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / November 26

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Lucas Giolito

Ordered restored for right-handed pitcher Lucas Giolito in 2025. After missing the 2024 season to injury and preceding that with two seasons as one of the worst qualified starters in baseball, the right-hander helped anchor a very good Boston Red Sox pitching staff.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 23

Red Sox Predicted To Lose $38.5 Million All-Star To Orioles In Free Agency

By all indications, the Boston Red Sox did Lucas Giolito a favor at the start of free agency. The Red Sox did not tender Giolito a qualifying offer, so teams looking to sign him in free agency won't have to give up a draft pick to do so.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 21

D-backs Had Free Agent Discussion with Former Red Sox Pitcher

Per a recent report from MLB Network insider Jon Morosi, the Arizona Diamondbacks have "already" had conversation with former Red Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito this offseason.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 20

Diamondbacks rumors: Arizona may pursue Lucas Giolito amid Zac Gallen uncertainty

With Zac Gallen declining his qualifying offer and becoming a free agent, it appears the Arizona Diamondbacks might be in the market for a new pitcher.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 17

Red Sox Predicted To Lose One-Time All-Star To Yankees

The Boston Red Sox have been clear -- and candid -- that they are looking to be aggressive and shop at the top of the market this offseason. Boston has been transparent that it's hoping to add a starting pitcher to put behind Garrett Crochet at the top of the rotation and a big bat in the middle of the lineup.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / November 15

Yankees Could Go After Red Sox Free Agent Starter

The New York Yankees will have one of the strongest pitching rotations in the MLB come spring — at least once all their pieces are healthy. In the meantime, they're reportedly interested in shopping for one more starter, and they may have their sights set on a Boston Red Sox free agent.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 9

Lucas Giolito wants to return to Red Sox in offseason

After UCL surgery cost him the entire 2024 season, Lucas Giolito returned in 2025 to post solid results (3.41 ERA in 145 innings) in the Boston Red Sox rotation before the injury bug arose just prior to the start of Boston’s wild-card series with the New York Yankees.

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / November 3

Report: Red Sox RHP Lucas Giolito declines $19M option for 2026

Boston Red Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito declined a $19 million mutual option, triggering a $1.5 million buyout, and is set to head to free agency, the Boston Globe reported Monday.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Red Sox pitcher clinches notable contractual milestone

He’s coming off a platform year that is arguably better than the one Luis Severino turned in for the Mets a year ago.

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Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 15

Red Sox's Lucas Giolito aims for improvements vs. Marlins

The Boston Red Sox, in the thick of the American League playoff hunt, will look for a bounce-back performance from right-hander Lucas Giolito when they begin a three-game series against the visiting Miami Marlins on Friday.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / July 22

Red Sox pitcher sounds off on disgruntled sports bettors

Lucas Giolito is tired of hearing from angry sports bettors, and the Boston Red Sox pitcher says he recently spoke with MLB commissioner Rob Manfred about his concerns.

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Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / July 10

Report: Cubs Showing Interest in Lucas Giolito

The Cubs’ starting pitching this year has been subpar. In June, they had the seventh-worst starting pitching ERA in the league at 4.87. This is close to their season ERA, which sits at 4.47.