Red Sox release Jackie Bradley Jr.
The Boston Red Sox released Jackie Bradley Jr. outright on Thursday.
Bradley is now a free agent and can sign for the prorated league minimum. The Red Sox are on the hook for the remainder of his contract.
Early reports Thursday said the Red Sox planned to designate Bradley for assignment, giving them a week to find a trade.
The decision clears room on the roster for newly acquired first baseman Eric Hosmer. Bradley, i