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Red Sox Release Ace Pitcher Buehler After Dismal Season
29 Aug
Summary
- Red Sox release pitcher Walker Buehler one week after demoting him to bullpen
- Buehler had a disappointing 2022 season after strong 2021 campaign
- Buehler eligible for playoffs if signed by another team before September
In a surprising move, the Boston Red Sox have announced the release of right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler, just one week after demoting him to the bullpen. This comes as a significant fall for Buehler, who finished fourth in the NL Cy Young voting in 2021 after a standout season with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Buehler's 2022 campaign was marred by injury, as he underwent Tommy John surgery and missed the majority of the season. Upon his return in 2024, he struggled mightily, posting a 5.45 ERA and -0.9 WAR during his time with the Red Sox. Despite a strong finish to the playoffs last year, where he recorded a save in the World Series clinching game for the Dodgers, Buehler's tenure in Boston has now come to an abrupt end.
Given Buehler's age (30) and his previous All-Star and World Series pedigree, it is likely that another team will take a chance on the veteran pitcher. He would be eligible for the playoffs this year, provided he is signed to a 40-man roster before September. Potential suitors could include the Detroit Tigers, Kansas City Royals, and even a reunion with the Dodgers, as they look to bolster their pitching depth for a deep postseason run.
