BREAKING: Red Sox’s Tanner Houck Opens Up On Major News Announce That Got Fans Stunned

The Boston Red Sox focused much of their offseason on bolstering the roster with new additions, leaving Tanner Houck to remain patient and open to possibilities.

Houck significantly increased his value last season, emerging as the team’s top pitcher in the first half. His breakout performance earned him a spot in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, alongside teammate Jarren Duran. While Rafael Devers was also selected, he did not attend. It marked Houck’s first career appearance in the Midsummer Classic.

However, discussions regarding a contract extension between the Red Sox and Houck have been minimal.

“Nothing,” Houck told The Boston Globe’s Peter Abraham. “We’re just hanging out, business as usual. My wife and I are happy. I’m not worried about it. I plan to play this game for a long time. I’ll be fine. But if you’re asking if I’d like to stay here, of course I would. I love it here.”

The 28-year-old right-hander finished the season with a 9-10 record and a 3.12 ERA, ranking second on the team in innings pitched (178 2/3) and third in strikeouts (154). In January, the Red Sox avoided arbitration with Houck by agreeing to a one-year, $3.95 million contract, though his long-term future with the team remains uncertain.

Boston has shown a willingness to extend young talent, as seen with Brayan Bello’s six-year, $55 million deal before his 25th birthday and the eight-year extension given to 24-year-old outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela in April. Houck could be the next in line, with the 2025 season serving as an opportunity to further prove himself.

With Brayan Bello, Kutter Crawford, Lucas Giolito, and Patrick Sandoval recovering from injuries, the Red Sox rotation will need others to step up early in the season. Houck, along with Garrett Crochet and Walker Buehler, will be tasked with stabilizing the pitching staff until reinforcements arrive.

Despite not securing an extension yet, Houck remains determined to improve each season and has expressed his appreciation for Boston as a potential long-term home.

“I’m always open to (extension) conversations. I love Boston. And in the fall, with the leaves changing, this is exactly what I want,” Houck told The Boston Herald’s Gabrielle Starr in October. “If it happens, great. If it doesn’t, no hard feelings. Ultimately, teams have to do what’s best for them. If I’m part of the plan, great. If not, I’ll continue giving everything I have for this city—blood, sweat, and tears.”

Houck is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2027.