Walker Buehler’s career has taken a dramatic turn in just a matter of weeks. After struggling with the Boston Red Sox earlier this season, the veteran right-hander has found new life with the Philadelphia Phillies. And now, there is a chance his postseason run could bring him face-to-face with his old team, the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The former Dodgers pitcher signed a one-year, $21.05 million deal with the Red Sox for 2025, with a mutual option for 2026. But the move went horribly wrong. In 23 games, including 22 starts, he posted a 7-7 record with a 5.45 ERA, forcing Boston to terminate his contract in late August. That’s when Philadelphia stepped in, and so far, the gamble has paid off.
During a recent interaction with the media, Walker Buehler was asked about the possibility of facing