The Boston Red Sox today acquired right-handed pitcher Ryan Watson from the Athletics, in exchange for minor league infielder/outfielder Justin Riemer and cash considerations. Boston's 40-man roster is now at 40.

ORLANDO — It was almost exactly a year ago Wednesday, the final day of the 2024 Winter Meetings, that the Red Sox acquired Garrett Crochet in exchange for four prospects from the Chicago White Sox.

The Red Sox have made significant enhancements to their pitching development program but are continuing to make additional hires.

The Red Sox, according to Cotillo, didn't show interest in bringing Mata back for next season. He originally signed with Boston as an international free agent out of Venezuela in January 2016. Mata pitched in the 2018 Futures Game and was a top-10 prospect in the Red Sox system every season between 2018 and 2013 for Baseball America.

The San Diego Padres are looking to lower their payroll going into the 2026 season, and one ex-Red Sox pitcher might be on the trade block.