Red Sox Sign Veteran Infielder Brendan Rodgers

Former Gold Glove winner joins the team on a minor league deal with an invite to spring training

Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:41am

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The Boston Red Sox have signed veteran infielder Brendan Rodgers to a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training. Rodgers, a former Colorado Rockies player, won a Gold Glove award in 2022 for his defensive play at second base.

Why it matters

Rodgers' signing adds depth and competition to the Red Sox's infield, creating an interesting dynamic as the team prepares for the upcoming season. His Gold Glove pedigree and major league experience could provide a valuable boost to the roster.

The details

Rodgers, 29, spent the 2022 season with the Houston Astros, appearing in 43 games and batting .191 with two home runs and 11 RBIs. Prior to that, he spent six seasons with the Colorado Rockies, who drafted him third overall in 2015. The Red Sox's signing of Rodgers comes on the heels of their recent agreement with infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa, further strengthening their infield depth.

  • Rodgers signed his minor league deal with the Red Sox on April 11, 2026.
  • He will compete for a roster spot during the team's 2026 spring training.

The players

Brendan Rodgers

A 29-year-old infielder who won a Gold Glove award in 2022 while playing for the Colorado Rockies.

Isiah Kiner-Falefa

An infielder who recently signed a deal with the Red Sox, adding to the team's depth in the infield.

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What’s next

Rodgers will compete for a roster spot during the Red Sox's 2026 spring training, and the team will make a decision on his future with the organization before the start of the regular season.

The takeaway

The Red Sox's signing of veteran infielder Brendan Rodgers, a former Gold Glove winner, adds depth and competition to the team's infield. This move could provide a valuable boost to the roster and create an interesting dynamic as the team prepares for the upcoming season.