Bobby Dalbec Makes Career Decision After Rough Red Sox Tenure

Bobby Dalbec’s time in the Boston Red Sox organization appears to be over for good.

Dalbec was among the players in Boston’s minor league system who elected free agency earlier this week, according to multiple reports. The Red Sox designated Dalbec for assignment in September, but he returned to Triple-A Worcester after going unclaimed. Now, the 29-year-old will have the opportunity to pursue opportunities elsewhere.

A 2016 fourth-round pick by the Red Sox, Dalbec showed promise as a rookie in 2020 when he logged eight home runs and 16 RBIs in only 23 games. He responded with a 25-homer campaign in 2021, but his production went south from there. Dalbec’s .215 batting average in 2022 forced him to fall out of favor in Boston, where he only played a combined 58 games across the last two seasons.

With a power bat and some defensive versatility, Dalbec might be able to land a “prove-it” deal in the minors with another organization. If not, the Seattle native could be a candidate to take his talents overseas.

Other notable players who reportedly chose to leave the Red Sox’s minor league system in favor of free agency included catcher Reese McGuire and infielder Jamie Westbrook.