The Red Sox had tried and failed to get Roman Anthony signed to a contract extension in the spring. When they tried again in the last week, it came together surprisingly quickly.

After signing an eight-year contract extension on Wednesday, Roman Anthony explained why now was the time to sign with Boston.

— 2034 club option would increase by $2 million for each MVP award 2025-33, $1 million for each second- or third-place finish, $750,000 for each fourth or fifth, $500,000 for each sixth through 10th, $200,000 for each All-Star election or selection from 2026-33 and $1 million if first or second in 2025 Rookie of the Year voting

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher, southpaw James Paxton, has been placed on the 60-day IL, likely ending his season.