On Friday, the Boston Red Sox will open up a series with the Tampa Bay Rays (at home).
They are coming off a strong series where they swept the New York Mets at Citi Field.
Red Sox Sign 18-Year-Old To $1.5 Million Deal
GettyInterim manager Chad Tracy #17 of the Boston Red Sox looks on prior to the first pitch against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on May 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Earlier this week, the Red Sox selected Martin Shelar in the 9th round of the 2026 MLB Draft.
MLB Draft wrote (on July 12): “With their 9th-round pick (No. 274 overall), the @RedSox select Marist (GA) outfielder Martin Shelar, No. 175 on the Top 250 Draft prospects list.”
It’s now been announced that Shelar has signed a contract with the Red Sox.
Chris Cotillo of MassLive wrote: “Red Sox ninth-rounder Martin Shelar has signed and is getting a $1.5 million bonus, sources say. Reflects the big upside he has.”
Social Media Reacts
GettyBoston Red Sox Interim Manager Chad Tracy looks on from the dugout during the first inning at Fenway Park on May 01, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Here’s what people were saying about the news:
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