general manager and vice president of pitching role just over a year later.
The announcement of Craig Breslow as the new chief baseball officer for the Boston Red Sox has brought excitement and anticipation to Fenway Park. Breslow, a former player for the Red Sox during their World Series championship seasons, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his new role.
Breslow, 43, had a successful career as a left-handed pitcher, appearing in 12 major-league seasons. After his playing career, he spent the past five seasons working in the Chicago Cubs front office, serving as the assistant general manager and vice president of pitching. His experience in both playing and front office roles makes him a valuable addition to the Red Sox organization.
A Connecticut native and Yale University graduate, Breslow now resides in Newton, Massachusetts, with his wife, Kelly, and their three children. During his introductory press conference at Fenway Park, Breslow expressed his excitement to get started in his new role.
The Red Sox’s decision to hire Breslow came after the club fired Chaim Bloom as chief baseball officer. Under Bloom’s leadership, the Red Sox had a mixed record, finishing below .500 and in last place of the American League East three times. However, the 2021 season showed promise as the Red Sox finished second in the division with a 92-70 record and reached the A.L. Championship Series.
Breslow acknowledged that some may see him as an “Ivy League nerd” with a front office job, but he emphasized his experience as a 13-year big leaguer and a member of the 2013 Boston Red Sox World Series championship team. He understands what it takes to win in Boston and is committed to making the hard decisions necessary for success.
Breslow’s journey with the Red Sox began in 2006 when he joined the organization on a minor league contract. He appeared in 13 games with Boston that year and was a Triple-A All-Star for the Pawtucket Red Sox in 2006 and 2007. Although he didn’t pitch in a major league game, he was part of the Red Sox’s 2007 postseason roster and received a championship ring when the team won the World Series.
After stints with other teams, Breslow returned to the Red Sox in 2012 and had a successful season, earning a two-year contract with the team. In 2013, he had a career-best 1.81 ERA and played a crucial role in the Red Sox’s World Series victory.
Following his playing career, Breslow joined the Cubs front office in 2019 under the leadership of Theo Epstein, who was the Red Sox’s general manager during their championship seasons. Breslow’s contributions to the Cubs organization led to his promotion to assistant general manager and vice president of pitching.
With his experience as a player, his success in the front office, and his knowledge of the Red Sox organization, Breslow is well-equipped to lead the team as the new chief baseball officer. Red Sox fans are eager to see the impact he will make and are hopeful for a return to championship glory under his leadership.
Boston Red Sox Introduce Craig Breslow as New Chief Baseball Officer
Former Red Sox Player and World Series Champion Returns to Fenway Park
BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox have announced the appointment of Craig Breslow as their new chief baseball officer. Breslow, a former Red Sox player who was part of two World Series championship seasons, was introduced during a press conference at Fenway Park on Thursday.
Breslow, 43, brings a wealth of experience to the role, having appeared in 12 major-league seasons as a left-handed pitcher. He spent the past five seasons working in the front office of the Chicago Cubs, where he served as the assistant general manager and vice president of pitching since November 2020.
A Connecticut native and Yale University graduate, Breslow is no stranger to the Red Sox organization. He played alongside current Red Sox manager Alex Cora during his time as a player. Breslow now resides in Newton, Massachusetts, with his wife, Kelly, and their three children.
During his introductory press conference, Breslow expressed his excitement about the new role, stating, “I can’t wait to get started.” He also acknowledged the perception of him as an “Ivy League nerd” with a baseball front office job but emphasized his experience as a 13-year big leaguer and a 2013 Boston Red Sox World Series champion.
Breslow’s journey with the Red Sox began in 2006 when he joined the team on a minor league contract. Although he didn’t pitch in a major league game that year, he was part of the Red Sox’s 2007 postseason roster and received a championship ring as the team went on to win the World Series.
After stints with other teams, including the Cleveland Indians, Minnesota Twins, Oakland Athletics, and Arizona Diamondbacks, Breslow returned to the Red Sox in 2012. He had a successful season, earning a two-year contract with Boston. In 2013, Breslow played a crucial role in the Red Sox’s World Series victory, posting a career-best 1.81 ERA during the regular season and contributing to the team’s playoff success.
Following his playing career, Breslow transitioned to a front office role with the Cubs in 2019. He held various positions within the organization, including director of strategic initiatives for baseball operations and director of pitching and special assistant to the president and general manager.
The Red Sox’s decision to hire Breslow comes after the club parted ways with Chaim Bloom as chief baseball officer. Under Bloom’s leadership, the team had mixed results, finishing below .500 and in last place of the American League East multiple times. However, the 2021 season showed promise as the Red Sox finished second in the division and reached the A.L. Championship Series.
Breslow’s return to the Red Sox organization brings a unique blend of on-field experience and front office expertise. As the new chief baseball officer, he aims to contribute to the team’s success and make the necessary decisions to bring the Red Sox back to championship contention.