Red Sox Sign Boston-Born Veteran Pitcher John Brebbia to Minor-League Deal

The Boston Red Sox have signed veteran right-hander John Brebbia to a minor-league contract, according to team sources. Brebbia, 36, posted a 1.62 ERA across 16.2 innings for the AAA Albuquerque affiliate, prompting the club to add him for depth. A Boston native, he previously joined the organization last September but was sidelined and never appeared for Triple-A Worcester.

With the Red Sox’s bullpen ranking among the league’s best, the addition provides an experienced arm should the major-league staff need reinforcement. The signing reflects the team’s broader strategy of building depth throughout its system as it pursues a likely postseason berth. Brebbia’s performance in the minors could earn him a call-up if the rotation or bullpen requires fresh arms.