November 6 in Boston Red Sox History: relief pitcher Bill Campbell becomes the first free agent to sign a contract with a new team (1976)

On November 6, 1976, relief pitcher Bill Campbell becomes the first free agent to sign a contract with a new team. Campbell leaves the Minnesota Twins to sign a four-year deal worth an estimated $1.05 million with the Boston Red Sox . Campbell, who won 17 games and saved 20 in 1976, will win 13 game

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