Danny Coulombe

Coulombe threw live batting practice Monday and is scheduled to make his Grapefruit League debut Thursday, with no signs of physical limitation evident so far. The Red Sox nonetheless restructured his contract after discovering issues during his physical examination.

Fantasy Impact

The overall value of the deal remains unchanged, but the guaranteed portion was reduced to $1 million, with up to $2 million more available through performance and active roster bonuses. Boston chief baseball officer Craig Breslow and Coulombe's agent both declined comment on the situation.

Danny Coulombe told reporters he's aiming to be ready by Opening Day.

Fantasy Impact

Coulombe added that after 15 spring trainings, he has a good idea of what he needs to do to build up. He is in camp and threw a bullpen session before arriving.

Danny Coulombe has signed a one-year, major league contract with the Boston Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

A veteran of 11 major league seasons, Coulombe joins his sixth different team as he heads to Boston. The lefthander combined to pitch in 55 games last season with Minnesota and Texas and posted a 2.30 ERA in 43 innings. Coulombe averages less than an inning per outing in his career, pitching in 316.2 innings in 343 games. He has a career ERA of 3.35 and should serve as Boston's top situational lefty in middle relief.

The Red Sox have reportedly shown interest in Danny Coulombe.

Fantasy Impact

Coulombe would add another left-hander in the bullpen for Boston. He struggled with injuries last season after being traded to the Rangers.

Danny Coulombe is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

After landing on the injured list on September 4 with left shoulder fatigue, Coulombe is ready to test his arm in game action. Given that he last pitched on August 26, he will likely only need a few rehab outings before being activated.