Boston Red Sox: Three free agents to target

Three Free Agents the Boston Red Sox Should Sign

ANAHEIM, CA - AUGUST 30: Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora looks on during a MLB game between the Boston Red Sox and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim on August 30, 2019 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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Will Harris, RHP, HOU

A combination of Harris ($6 million AAV) and Hudson ($8 million AAV) are a possibility for $14 million AAV. Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images. /

Will Harris had a brilliant year for the Houston Astros. Over 60 inning, he struck out 62 batters, while posting a 0.93 WHIP and 1.50 ERA. He held 26 games and saved four for Houston. The 2016 All-Star was one of the more dominant relievers in the American League.

He would be a great fit for the Boston Red Sox. Harris will be 35 next season. He made $4.23 million during his final year of arbitration, meaning Boston could realistically sign him to a two-year deal, totaling less than $15 million.

This postseason, Harris has proved that he can be trusted during big spots. He has been beyond valuable during their October run. Over nine innings through 10 games, Harris has yet to allow an earned run this postseason.

The Red Sox do not seem willing to spend huge amount of money on relievers. An older guy like Harris may make more sense. There will be a big market for Harris, but Boston does seem like a possible landing spot since they just missed the postseason and Harris could fill right into a late-reliever role.

He would make a huge impact and benefit the Red Sox as a setup man or as their closer. Boston should definitely pursue Harris if he is not re-signed by the Houston Astros.

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