Red Sox top prospect Jhostynxon Garcia, primarily an outfielder, will get some reps at first base in Triple-A Worcester due to an overcrowded outfield, which could potentially open a path to the majors if he continues to perform well. The move reflects the team's strategic flexibility and Garcia's rising profile as a top prospect, though competition at first base remains stiff with other prospects and roster considerations.
The Boston Red Sox have optioned infielder Enmanuel Valdez to Triple-A Worcester and reinstated outfielder Adam Duvall from the 60-day injured list. Red Sox manager Alex Cora advised Valdez to work on his moves, side-to-side, and first step, while keeping his arm in shape. Valdez had 22 hits in his 94 plate appearances, launching four home runs in his first taste of big league action. Cora would like Valdez to focus on his play at second base and keep working his craft at that position.
The Boston Red Sox have reportedly optioned lefty reliever Brennan Bernardino to Triple-A Worcester after their 10-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners. The Red Sox are trying to shape their bullpen on the fly, with John Schreiber suffering an injury and expected to be placed on the injured list. Boston still has two lefties in Richard Bleier and Joely Rodríguez in their bullpen with Kutter Crawford set to return from the IL on Friday.
The Boston Red Sox have optioned pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester, clearing a logjam in the rotation and suggesting that Tanner Houck will remain in the starting lineup. The move comes after Bello's second start with Boston since returning from the injured list. The Red Sox recalled left-hander Brennan Bernardino in a corresponding roster move. Boston had been operating with a six-man rotation, but with three off-days over the next three weeks, they will return to a five-man unit.
Boston Red Sox prospect Enmanuel Valdez was sent back down to Triple-A Worcester after his Major League Baseball debut on Wednesday. The move was made to make room for Yu Chang, who returned from the paternity list. Valdez went 2-for-4 with a pair of singles in his debut but also committed an error at second base. Red Sox manager Alex Cora praised Valdez's batting skills and said they will play at the big league level.
The Boston Red Sox are planning to deploy a six-man pitching rotation and considering using an opener for James Paxton's eventual return. Paxton is set to throw five innings for Triple-A Worcester, but won't start. The Red Sox have previously mentioned that they'd like to stretch Paxton out, but that doesn't necessarily mean he needs to be a starter. The team is trying something new with an opener and may use Paxton in that role in the future.
The Boston Red Sox have recalled outfielder Jarren Duran from Triple-A Worcester and sent down infielder Bobby Dalbec to make room on the active roster. Duran will play center field and bat ninth on Monday against the Angels. Meanwhile, Dalbec heads back to the minors where he began the season after going just 2-for-9 with five strikeouts in four games with the big club.
The Boston Red Sox have optioned right-handed starter Kutter Crawford to Triple-A Worcester to make room for Garrett Whitlock's return from the injured list. Crawford had made two starts this season, compiling an 8.00 ERA, and will continue to be a depth option at Triple-A. The Red Sox could have shifted Crawford to the bullpen but appear to want to keep him stretched out as a starter. The rotation mix is about to get crowded, further pushing the 27-year-old down the depth chart.
