Overview
- Ari Alexander of Boston 7 News reported that Nittoli agreed to a minor-league contract that includes a non-roster invitation to MLB camp.
- Nittoli has logged 18 2/3 major league innings from 2021–24 with the Mariners, Phillies, Mets, A’s and Orioles, posting a 2.41 ERA.
- He recorded a 4.58 ERA across 37 Triple-A outings in 2025 with Baltimore and Milwaukee affiliates, with a 26% strikeout rate and 10.5 K/9.
- MLB Trade Rumors notes he is out of options, meaning a call-up would require him to remain on the roster or be exposed to waivers.
- The signing continues Boston’s offseason effort to stock right-handed relief depth, following additions such as Ryan Watson, Devin Sweet, Osvaldo Berrios, Seth Martinez and Tayron Guerrero.