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Red Sox Pitching Depth Shines as Prospects Vie for MLB Debuts
8 Sep
Summary
- Payton Tolle's debut a week ago showcased Red Sox's strong pitching
- Tolle needs extra rest, may come out of bullpen; prospects Harrison and Early could join MLB
- Red Sox considering bullpen game or Tolle relief outing to cover Tolle's start
As of September 8th, 2025, the Boston Red Sox boast one of the most formidable pitching staffs in Major League Baseball. This was evident a week ago when rookie Payton Tolle made a stellar debut, further proving the depth of the team's pitching talent.
However, Tolle requires more rest than usual and was rocked in his most recent start. Fortunately, help may be on the way, as Worcester Red Sox insider Tommy Cassell reports that flamethrowers Kyle Harrison and Connelly Early could be called up from the minors to join the big-league rotation and potentially take Tolle's next start against the Athletics.
The Red Sox are also considering alternative options, such as a bullpen game or potentially using Tolle in a relief role for the remainder of the season and the playoffs, according to Red Sox insider Chris Cotillo. This would allow the team to manage Tolle's workload while also evaluating their top pitching prospects for potential future roles.
Regardless of the specific plan, the Red Sox's pitching depth is clearly a strength, and the organization is exploring all options to ensure their rotation remains strong down the stretch and into the postseason.
