Summary
Rich Hill is actively seeking a new contract as he aims for a 21st consecutive season in the major leagues, with interest from multiple teams, including one from the AL East that is not the Red Sox. Last year, he signed a minor league deal with Boston in August, prioritizing family time early in the season, but his performance was limited, leading to his release after only 3 2/3 innings. Hill has indicated a desire to pursue a traditional full-season schedule this year, although he remains unsigned nearly a month after Opening Day.