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5 Red Sox Leaving Boston in the New Year

With the New Year finally upon us, here's a look at five Red Sox players who will likely leave Boston at some point in 2025.

By Devon Platana

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito (54) poses for a photo during media day at JetBlue Park.
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito (54) poses for a photo during media day at JetBlue Park. / Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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3. Rob Refsnyder, OF/DH

Even though injuries limited him to just 93 appearances (272 at-bats) in 2024, outfielder/designated hitter Rob Refsnyder was one of the Red Sox's most consistent players last season.

In his limited appearances, Refsnyder made a positive offensive impact by setting career highs in home runs (11), RBIs (40), and extra-base hits (28). The former Arizona product also slashed .283/.359/.471 with a 0.8 WAR — the second-best mark of his career.

If he can play at a similar rate AND stay healthy, Refsnyder will be due for a massive pay raise next offseason after making only $2.1 million in 2025. Teams are always looking to add consistent outfielders who know how to hit a baseball out of the park, meaning the 33-year-old slugger could see a ton of attention in free agency.

The Red Sox should try to retain his services, but a re-signing is far from guaranteed. Money talks and if Boston isn't willing to pay a fair market value, Refsnyder could be in another team's uniform come 2026.

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