Boston Red Sox starter Lucas Giolito's September 17 performance against the A's wasn't his best, and he hasn't looked the same as he did during his torrid stretch in June and July. If the righty pitched less than 140 innings this season, the Red Sox would get control of him for $14 million in 2026. Lucas Giolito has activated the mutual option in his contract with the Red Sox by pitching 140 innings this seasonStill, Giolito could fetch a nice payday when he hits the open market. It will be interesting to see if the Red Sox reunite with Giolito for 2026, or 2026 and beyond. More Red Sox reads: