Aroldis Chapman Vests $13 Million Option for 2027 Season

Aroldis Chapman passed a physical examination Saturday, clearing the final requirement for his $13 million option for 2027 to vest. The veteran closer previously surpassed the 40-inning threshold needed for the option in mid-August. Chapman delivered a dominant 2026 campaign for the Boston Red Sox, converting 35 of 37 save opportunities while posting a 1.92 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, and a 71:23 K:BB ratio over 51.2 innings.