Boston Red Sox reliever Aroldis Chapman just finished an outstanding season in Boston. In a recent media interview, Chapman reflected on his performance this year but also made a stunning announcement regarding his future with the New York Yankees.
Chapman passionately refuted any possibility of playing again for the Yankees. “No way, not even dead,” Chapman said during his appearance on the Swing Completo podcast, as reported by ESPN. “If I were told that I was being traded to New York, I’d pack my things and go home. I’ll retire right on the spot if that happens. I’m not crazy. Never again.”
While Chapman didn’t go into great detail about his reasons, he expressed that he didn’t feel appreciated during his time with the Yankees. “I dealt with a lot of disrespect [with the Yankees],” he admitted. “I put up with a lot of things. I knew that they just wanted to find a way to get rid of me, but they didn’t know how. And I just dealt with it quietly, kept playing, and doing what I always do.”
Despite those feelings, Chapman emphasized that his issues were not with the players or coaches themselves. “I got along well with all the players,” he said. “Never had a problem with anybody, even the manager. We’re friends and we talk and everything. The bosses are the ones who make those decisions.”
The 2025 season marked Chapman’s first campaign with the Red Sox, and he made a strong impact. He posted 32 saves and collected five wins, demonstrating why Boston is keen to keep him in their bullpen.
After an impressive debut year in Boston, Chapman signed a new contract that keeps him with the Red Sox through the 2026 season, with a vesting option for 2027. The team clearly sees him as a vital part of their pitching staff moving forward.
Chapman’s Major League Baseball career spans nearly 20 years, including a seven-season stint with the Yankees from 2016 to 2022. An eight-time All-Star, he has amassed 367 career saves and remains one of the game’s most dependable relievers.
Boston and their fans will be counting on Chapman’s veteran presence and dominating performances in the upcoming seasons as they continue their pursuit of championship success.
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