The Boston Red Sox have finalized a long-term deal with right-handed pitcher Brayan Bello, marking a significant move as the team heads to the Dominican Republic for a two-game exhibition series against the Tampa Bay Rays. The series, which includes games on Saturday at 5 pm Eastern and Sunday at 1 pm, will be broadcast live by MLB Network, featuring the NESN feed. This deal comes after a winter highlighted by concerns over pitcher Lucas Giolito's elbow injuries. The Red Sox's commitment to Bello is seen as part of their strategy to build around key players, with the organization also tapping into the Latin American talent pool for future franchise cornerstones like Rafael Devers and Masataka Yoshida. The series in the Dominican Republic is not only a showcase of international talent but also a homecoming for Bello, who returns with a new contract extension. The Red Sox's activities in the Dominican Republic also included a visit to their Dominican Academy, where local youth baseball players were outfitted with Franklin Sports gear. Breslow mentioned that this is an incredibly special and meaningful day for Brayan and his family, and Bello expressed his happiness by saying, "Me siento super contento," highlighting the personal significance of signing the contract in the Dominican Republic.
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Breslow: "Today is an incredibly special and meaningful day for Brayan and his family, but it's also an incredibly meaningful day for the Boston Red Sox organization and our fans."
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