It appears the Boston Red Sox are on the verge of beefing up their pitching staff, although it’s not one of the high-profile names dominating the rumor mill that they currently have their eye on.
According to MLB.com’s Jesse Sanchez, the Red Sox are nearing a minor league deal with right-handed pitcher Erasmo Ramirez.
Source: RHP Erasmo Ramirez is nearing a minor league deal with the Red Sox. Agreement is expected to include an invite to big league camp.
— Jesse Sanchez (@JesseSanchezMLB) December 18, 2018
The 28-year old is coming off the worst season of his career with the Seattle Mariners.