The Boston Red Sox had one player reject their qualifying offer in starting pitcher Nick Pivetta, which qualified them for a compensation pick in the MLB Draft. However, according to MLB insider Jeff Passan, the Sox have yet to receive it, but it is coming.
“Pivetta was saddled with a qualifying offer, which has hindered his market, but teams still adore his stuff, and he'll find a rotation home before pitchers and catchers report.”
This past season, Pivetta pitched in 27 games, and had an ERA of 4.14, with 172 strikeouts. He also had a K/9 of 10.6 and a WHIP of 1.126.
The Sox have already replaced Pivetta, so there is no chance he returns to Boston. However, it seems like he has a good market in spite of the fact he comes with a qualifying offer attached.
Hopefully, Pivetta finds a new home soon, so the Sox can get their compensatory draft pick.
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