Brad Mills returns to baseball alongside Terry Francona after family tragedy

Brad Mills, former bench coach for the Boston Red Sox, is returning to baseball alongside his longtime friend Terry Francona, who is back managing the Cincinnati Reds. Mills had taken time off after the tragic death of his grandson in 2020. Mills initially retired due to family needs but was encouraged by his family to rejoin the game. He expressed excitement about working with Francona again, highlighting their long-standing friendship and successful collaboration in previous coaching roles. In other news, Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki is set to be posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines, allowing MLB teams to bid on him. At 23, he will be considered an international amateur free agent, with teams expected to have limited funds available for signing him.