Red Sox reliever Billy Wagner told WEEI.com that his inclination right now is to turn down any arbitration offered by the Sox after this season. "I know they’re going to offer me arbitration and of course I’m probably going to turn it down," Wagner said. "I have a million people telling me why would you turn down the option, or why would you do this or that. Well, I didn’t come in this game looking for money, I was just good enough to make some." Wagner projects to be a Type A free agent, which would mean the Red Sox could receive two draft picks if they offer the pitcher arbitration and he signs with another team. Wagner had said his priority heading into next season is to sign on with a team to be its closer. For more on Wagner's plans for next season see 'The Bradford Files'. 

As noted by the Boston Herald, Red Sox reliever Takashi Saito -- who has pitched in 49 games this year -- will trigger a $500,000 bonus when he makes his next appearance of the season. The right-hander has pitched in 49 contests this year. His contract calls for bonuses of $500,000 when he reaches 50, 55, 60, 65 and 70 appearances. Saito has already secured $5 million this season between his base contract and active roster bonuses.
 
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