The Red Sox have reportedly ‘been connected’ with this All-Star pitcher

Marcus Stroman delivers a pitch for the Cubs. Quinn Harris/Getty ImagesThe Red Sox have no shortage of needs as they transition to a new season under new direction, but starting pitching is arguably the most pressing.

They signed right-hander Lucas Giolito earlier this month, yet they could still use another reliable arm or two to bolster their inconsistent rotation. One emerging option is right-hander Marcus Stroman, a free agent who has “been connected” with the Red Sox, according to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand.

“The Giants, Angels, Orioles and Red Sox have all been connected with Stroman, which makes sense given their respective rotation needs,” Feinsand wrote. “A reunion with the Cubs also…