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Nick Pivetta will start Game 1 for the Padres in the NL Wild Card Series, having emerged as their ace. Dylan Cease is set for Game 2, with Yu Darvish possibly starting Game 3. The Padres are managing their rotation and catcher situation carefully, with considerations for player health and matchups, especially at Wrigley Field.
The Boston Red Sox have extended a one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer to free agent pitcher Nick Pivetta, who has until November 19 to accept or decline. Pivetta, known for his durability and strong strikeout and walk percentages, could return to a rotation that includes Tanner Houck, Kutter Crawford, Brayan Bello, and Lucas Giolito. Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow emphasized the team's ongoing efforts to improve their pitching staff, indicating that the rotation is not yet finalized.
The Boston Red Sox have extended a qualifying offer to pitcher Nick Pivetta for the 2025 season, valued at $21.05 million, while opting not to do the same for slugger Tyler O’Neill. Pivetta, who had a mixed performance last season, has until November 19 to accept or decline the offer. If he declines, the Red Sox will receive draft pick compensation if he signs with another team. The decision suggests the Red Sox may be looking to bolster their pitching depth or trade young starters like Tanner Houck or Kutter Crawford. Meanwhile, O’Neill, who had a strong season, is free to negotiate with other teams without draft pick compensation attached.
The Boston Red Sox have placed starting pitcher Nick Pivetta on the 15-day injured list due to a mild right flexor strain, with the possibility of him returning as soon as he is eligible. This adds to the team's woes as shortstop Trevor Story faces potential season-ending shoulder concerns. Flexor strains are concerning for pitchers, and Pivetta's absence will be felt as the Red Sox navigate their rotation. Pivetta, a reliable arm for the Red Sox, had been performing well this season before the injury.
Colorado Rockies' shortstop Trevor Story is set to undergo surgery, while Boston Red Sox pitcher Nick Pivetta is dealing with an elbow injury.
The Boston Red Sox have announced that Nick Pivetta will start as their pitcher for Tuesday's game against the Washington Nationals. Pivetta has been performing well out of the bullpen and has received two starts in his past three appearances. This 10-game road trip is crucial for the Red Sox, who are currently vying for a Wild Card spot. They need to start winning against teams they should beat in order to improve their playoff odds.
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Nick Pivetta set a franchise record by striking out 13 batters in a single appearance from a relief pitcher against the Oakland Athletics. Pivetta surpassed the previous record of 12 strikeouts held for 49 years. Since transitioning to the bullpen, Pivetta has become a valuable asset for the Red Sox, maintaining a 2.31 ERA and holding opposing hitters to a .124 batting average.
The Boston Red Sox are facing uncertainty in their rotation as multiple pitchers are on the injured list. Manager Alex Cora stated that Nick Pivetta will remain in his current bullpen role, while Tanner Houck may return in a different capacity. With limited starting options, the Red Sox will rely on bullpen games and spot starters. Pivetta has excelled in relief, posting a 2.79 ERA, while Houck has struggled as a starter but has a strong bullpen track record. Brayan Bello has impressed as a starter and expressed openness to a contract extension.
Despite Nick Pivetta's dominant performance and the Red Sox's need for starting pitchers, manager Alex Cora has decided to keep Pivetta in the bullpen as a bulk reliever instead of returning him to the rotation. Pivetta has excelled in his new role, posting a 2.79 ERA in 14 relief outings. Cora believes that Pivetta's value lies in this unique role, and the Red Sox plan to continue using him in this capacity for the foreseeable future.
The Seattle Mariners lost 9-4 to the Boston Red Sox, with Luis Castillo having his worst start of the season. The Red Sox hitters punished Castillo with hard contact, hitting three home runs off him. The Mariners battled back to tie the game, but Castillo disintegrated again in the fifth inning, giving up the go-ahead run and a home run to Jarren Duran. The Mariners offense was unable to do anything off the Red Sox bullpen, and Marco Gonzales will take the mound for the Mariners tomorrow.
The Atlanta Braves will face the Boston Red Sox in a two-game series, with the Braves leading the NL East standings. The Red Sox are playing good baseball after a slow start to the season, with an offensive surge helping them climb above .500. Nick Pivetta will start for the Red Sox in the series opener, while Charlie Morton will start for the Braves. The Braves have not announced a starter for Wednesday's game, which would normally be Max Fried's spot.
The Boston Red Sox won their sixth game in eight outings, beating the Milwaukee Brewers 6-4. Jarren Duran, who was recalled from Triple A Worcester, has been instrumental in the team's recent success, with seven hits, four extra-base hits, and six RBIs in the last five games. Alex Verdugo hit his third home run of the season, and Nick Pivetta pitched effectively into the sixth inning. The Red Sox are now over .500 for the first time since April 9.