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Walker Buehler Joins Red Sox: A $21 Million Gamble on a World Series Hero

TL;DR

Walker Buehler, the two-time All-Star pitcher, has agreed to a one-year, $21 million deal with the Boston Red Sox. This contract comes after Buehler's impressive World Series performance, despite a challenging regular season following his second Tommy John surgery. The Red Sox are banking on Buehler's postseason heroics to bolster their rotation.

Key highlights:

  • Buehler's contract: $21.05 million with incentives.
  • His comeback story after Tommy John surgery.
  • Potential impact on the Red Sox's starting rotation.

Here's the full scoop.

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