Red Sox Re-sign Patrick Halligan to Minor League Contract for 2027

The Boston Red Sox have secured right-hander Patrick Halligan with a minor league contract for the 2027 season, as reported by The Worcester Telegram & Gazette.

Halligan, who recently turned 27, has been with the Red Sox since last winter after joining as a minor league free agent. He previously played for the Royals, Braves, and Astros organizations. Last season, he primarily pitched for Double-A Portland, where he achieved a 4.29 ERA and 78 strikeouts over 56 2/3 innings. He also made appearances for Triple-A Worcester, posting a 5.66 ERA in 20 2/3 innings.

Throughout the season, Halligan recorded a combined 4.66 ERA and a career-high 102 strikeouts across 39 outings. He ranked among the top minor league pitchers in several categories, including batting average against and strikeouts per nine innings. Currently, he is participating in winter ball with the Leones del Escogido in the Dominican Republic. The Red Sox have also re-signed left-hander Michael Sansone to a minor league contract.