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Walker Buehler Leaves Dodgers for Red Sox

:In a significant move for the baseball world, Walker Buehler, the talented right-hander who recently helped the Los Angeles Dodgers secure their eighth World Series title, has agreed to a one-year contract with the Boston Red Sox. The deal, worth $21.05 million with potential incentives of up to $2.5 million in performance bonuses, marks the end of Buehler's seven-year tenure with the Dodgers.

Buehler's time with the Dodgers was marked by both impressive highs and challenging lows. He was a two-time All-Star and had the fourth-best ERA in the majors from 2018 to 2021. However, his career was also marred by two Tommy John surgeries, the most recent one in August 2021, which significantly impacted his performance in the 2024 regular season. Despite a career-worst 5.38 ERA in 75.1 innings, Buehler found his form in the postseason, delivering crucial performances, including four shutout innings in the National League Championship Series and five spotless frames in Game 3 of the World Series. His final outing for the Dodgers was a memorable one, as he closed out Game 5 of the World Series on just one day's rest.

The decision by the Dodgers not to extend a one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer to Buehler in the first week of the offseason paved the way for his departure. This move allowed Buehler to enter free agency without the burden of a draft-pick penalty, making him an attractive option for other teams. The Red Sox, who are bolstering their rotation for the 2025 season, saw Buehler as a key addition, especially given his stellar postseason record.

Buehler's move to the Red Sox is part of Boston's aggressive offseason strategy, which includes trading for Garrett Crochet and signing veteran Patrick Sandoval. The Red Sox are looking to strengthen their pitching staff, and Buehler's experience and recent postseason form make him a valuable asset.

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