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Red Sox option 22-year-old to clear spot for No. 1 prospect
TL;DR
The Boston Red Sox optioned 22-year-old Eduardo Rivera to Triple-A to clear a roster spot for left-hander Payton Tolle, who will start against the New York Yankees. Rivera made his MLB debut before being sent down.
Key points
- Red Sox optioned Eduardo Rivera to Triple-A
- Payton Tolle will start against the Yankees
- Sonny Gray is on the injured list with a hamstring strain
- Rivera made his MLB debut before being optioned
- Tolle has a 6.06 ERA in Triple-A
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The Boston Red Sox's starting rotation is in flux after right-hander Sonny Gray was placed on the injured list with a right hamstring strain. Recalling left-hander Payton Tolle to start on Thursday against the New York Yankees, the Red Sox optioned another left-hander to make room for him. Tolle has a 6.06 ERA in seven starts with Triple-A Worcester.
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The Boston Red Sox optioned Eduardo Rivera after making his MLB debut
According to the Red Sox on X, to make room for Tolle on the active roster, the Red Sox optioned left-hander Eduardo Rivera to Triple-A. Rivera had his contract selected by the Red Sox on Wednesday and pitched in the Red Sox's 4-1 loss to the Yankees.
In his first big league outing, the 22-year-old went 3.1 innings, struck out three, walked none and allowed one hit. In his previous start in Triple-A, Rivera threw 5.2 innings and struck out nine.
Since he was optioned, Rivera will need to spend a minimum of 15 days down in the minor leagues before getting recalled. This puts him out of the running to be used if the Red Sox need another arm.
Gray should be back once his stint on the injured list is done, meaning Rivera may not be needed. However, the Red Sox's depth will help them throughout the season after a few injuries. Right-hander has dealt with right flexor irritation and left-hander should return soon after dealing with left biceps discomfort.
Q&A
Why did the Red Sox option Eduardo Rivera?
The Red Sox optioned Eduardo Rivera to make room for left-hander Payton Tolle on the active roster.
What is Payton Tolle's performance in Triple-A?
Payton Tolle has a 6.06 ERA in seven starts with Triple-A Worcester.
What injury did Sonny Gray sustain?
Sonny Gray was placed on the injured list due to a right hamstring strain.
