"I think this team is ready to be able to compete in the division and in the whole league,” said Buehler, a free agent righthander who signed a one-year, $21.05 million deal with the Red Sox.

Walker Buehler signed with the Red Sox because he believes the club is primed for a breakout, and if the right-hander has his way, he won't be coming to Boston alone.

Buehler felt his mechanics click back into place towards the end of last season and feels ready for a rebound season with the Red Sox.