Walker Buehler was sharp in his first start of spring training with the Red Sox, pitching two scoreless innings in Fort Myers.
After two scoreless early spring outings from Garrett Crochet, Boston Red Sox fans finally got their first look at the other newcomer to the rotation on Sunday. Walker Buehler, the former two-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion with the Los Angeles Dodgers,
Right now, it feels like the Los Angeles Dodgers are playing baseball on easy mode, while the rest of the league fights for second place. After signing Shohei O
BREAKDOWN: Walker Buehler proved tremendously sharp in his first official outing in a Red Sox uniform. In two scoreless innings, he struck out four, allowed one hit, and hit a batter.
Sunday marked the first Grapefruit League appearances for both Walker Buehler and Masataka Yoshida as the Red Sox hosted the New York Mets at jetBlue Park in Fort Myers. Buehler, who started for the Red Sox, went two innings and recorded four strikeouts while allowing just one hit.
Pitchers typically take two years to return to form after Tommy John surgery. While the 30-year-old Buehler may not be the pitcher he was during his heyday, he can be a solid option in the Red Sox rotation. If he proves to be healthy, Buehler may get that long-term deal he is hoping for.
On Sunday, Buehler made his spring debut in the Grapefruit League for the Red Sox. He had an electric outing, striking out four New York Mets hitters in just two innings of work.
New Red Sox starter Walker Buehler celebrated shirtless in the Dodgers clubhouse after Los Angeles clinched the NL West title Sept. 27. A TV camera caught a glimpse of his gigantic back tattoos, including the inscription “St. Christopher” at the top.
Walker Buehler had to change jersey numbers when he signed with the Red Sox. They haven’t allowed any player to wear No. 21 since Roger Clemens, but they haven’t officially retired his
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