5 things to know about new Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito

Lucas Giolito has pitched most of his career to this point with the White Sox.The Red Sox finally made a notable free-agency move on Friday, reportedly coming to terms with Lucas Giolito on a two-year deal worth $38.5 million.

Giolito, 29, joins Boston as it looks to bolster its starting rotation after a relative lack of production from its starters in 2023. The 2019 All-Star could have the highest upside in the Red Sox’ rotation in 2024, but has hit some bumps recently, causing him to sign a short-term deal with multiple options in the prime of his career.

Here are five things to know about the newest Red Sox pitcher.

He was one of the best pitchers in the American League from 2019-21.

Giolito,…