Red Sox Sign Veteran Lefty Reliever Danny Coulombe

Boston adds experienced bullpen arm on one-year deal

Mar. 14, 2026 at 7:48pm

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The Boston Red Sox have signed left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe to a one-year, $1 million contract. Coulombe, 36, had a strong 2025 season, going 2-1 with a 2.30 ERA in 55 games. Red Sox manager Alex Cora is excited about the addition, calling Coulombe a versatile pitcher who can "spin the ball" and "avoid damage from the left side."

Why it matters

The Red Sox bullpen was an area of need this offseason, and the addition of Coulombe provides them with an experienced left-handed option to complement their existing relievers like Aroldis Chapman and Garrett Whitlock. Coulombe's ability to pitch in high-leverage situations and record saves makes him a valuable piece for Boston.

The details

Coulombe first connected with the Red Sox back in November, and he was eager to join the team, feeling it was a good fit. Boston gave him a major league contract, signaling their belief in his abilities to contribute this season. Coulombe had a strong 2025 campaign, posting a 2.30 ERA and recording two saves in 55 games.

  • The Red Sox and Coulombe first touched base in November 2025.
  • Coulombe signed his one-year, $1 million contract with Boston on March 14, 2026.

The players

Alex Cora

The manager of the Boston Red Sox, who expressed his excitement over the team's signing of Danny Coulombe.

Danny Coulombe

A 36-year-old left-handed relief pitcher who signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Boston Red Sox for the 2026 season.

Craig Breslow

The Red Sox front office executive who worked to sign Danny Coulombe.

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What they’re saying

“The kitchen sink. He's a guy that had a great season last year. He's able to spin the ball, avoids damage from the left side. Been there, done that. So, happy with the way we went about it, and happy that he's here with us.”

— Alex Cora, Manager, Boston Red Sox (Boston Globe)

“We knew it was a great fit, even early on in the offseason. I'm glad we can make it happen. They needed a lefty.”

— Danny Coulombe (N/A)

What’s next

The Red Sox will look to integrate Coulombe into their bullpen mix during spring training, with the goal of him being a key left-handed option for manager Alex Cora throughout the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Red Sox have bolstered their bullpen by signing veteran lefty Danny Coulombe, who provides them with an experienced and versatile relief option. Coulombe's ability to "spin the ball" and "avoid damage from the left side" makes him a valuable addition as Boston aims to improve its relief corps in 2026.