FanGraphs

FanGraphs projections position the Boston Red Sox to boast the top starting rotation in Major League Baseball for the 2026 season, surpassing even the defending champions from Philadelphia. This outlook stems from key offseason acquisitions and the removal of underperforming pitchers, marking a significant improvement from their 12th-place ranking in 2025. The projected 18.3 WAR for Boston's rotation edges out the Los Angeles Dodgers by two wins.