Jon Heyman of the New York Post is reporting that the Yankees like Lucas Giolito, a free agent starter who spent the 2025 season with the Boston Red Sox.

The right-hander did not receive the Qualifying Offer for 2026, meaning the team would not have to forfeit draft picks in order to sign him this winter.

Across 26 starts for the Red Sox, Giolito had a 3.41 ERA and 4.17 FIP, striking out 121 batters in 145 innings as he helped stabilize the middle of Boston’s rotation during the year.

Underlying data suggests that Giolito is more of a backend starter than a top 2-3 guy for a rotation, but his ability to eat innings and pitch deep into games could make him an attractive option for multiple teams on the market.

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