The Boston Red Sox are facing pitching struggles as their staff ranks among the worst in baseball post-All-Star break. With an ERA of 6.10, the team leads in hits allowed, opponent average, runs allowed, and home runs allowed. Pitching coach Craig Breslow and pitching overseer Andrew Bailey attribute these struggles to a lack of execution and the need to consistently get outs, limit damage, and keep the ball in the park. The team’s philosophy of throwing strikes seems to be faltering as they struggle to execute their pitches effectively.
The bullpen has been a major concern, with a league-worst 7.19 ERA since the break. Breslow acquired reinforcements in Lucas Sims and Luis García, but García has struggled, posting a 14.09 ERA in his first few outings. The rotation has shown improvement with some pitchers posting better results recently, but injuries to pitchers like James Paxton have depleted the team’s depth.
Bailey believes that the team, although facing a grind, can continue to push through the season and rely on the resilience of the players. The offense has been a saving grace, with the Red Sox maintaining a winning record post-break due to strong performances at the plate. The team is working diligently to fix pitching problems, with a focus on syncing up the starters and relievers to support the potent offense.
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