A former Boston Red Sox player is available in free agency and is expected to secure a new team before Spring Training begins.Kenley Jansen, the former closer for the Red Sox, is recognized as one of the top closers in MLB history. During his last two seasons with Boston, he maintained a 3.44 ERA and signed a two-year contract worth $32 million, which he justified by achieving 56 saves and delivering strong performances.While it appears unlikely that Jansen will return to Boston in 2025, he remains a valuable option for any team seeking bullpen reinforcement. Zachary Rymer from Bleacher Report has mentioned the Baltimore Orioles as a potential destination for him.
“The Orioles are another team that moved on from Jeff Hoffman and were interested in Tanner Scott before he opted for the Los Angeles Dodgers,” Rymer noted. “If they are looking for a back-end reliever, they should still consider Kenley Jansen, Carlos Estévez, and David Robertson.”Jansen is a premier closer, and the Orioles need to strengthen their bullpen, which was likely their most significant weakness in 2024. Adding Jansen would provide an immediate boost, especially with Félix Bautista expected to return from injury in 2025.If the Orioles manage to sign Jansen and team him up with Bautista, it could create a formidable challenge for opposing teams. Red Sox fans might want to hope this doesn’t happen.With Spring Training approaching, time is running out. Will Jansen finalize a deal with a team before pitchers and catchers report?
