With the World Series over, the offseason has officially begun around Major League Baseball. On Thursday, pending free agents officially hit the open market.

When it comes to the Boston Red Sox , that directly impacts lefty starter Patrick Sandoval and veteran utility man Isiah Kiner-Falefa. For now, these are the two members of the 2026 Red Sox out there in free agency right now. Sonny Gray is very likely to join them in the coming days. A decision has to be made about his mutual option within five days of the World Series. That means a decision has to be made by Monday, Nov. 2

Patrick Sandoval — Starting Pitcher

Sep 8, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Patrick Sandoval (43) throws a pitch against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Sandoval signed a two-year, $18.25 million deal with the Red Sox ahead of the 2025 season.…