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The Boston Red Sox haven’t gotten what they’ve hoped for out of Walker Buehler so far this season but they aren’t giving up on him. Recently, Buehler has strugg
Walker Buehler discussed the "dark places" his mind would go during his injury-plagued journey following a strong start for the Red Sox.
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Walker Buehler candidly addresses recent struggles, future with Red SoxProfessional athletes often can be their own worst critics, and Walker Buehler certainly seems to fall into that category. After signing a one-year, $21 million contract with the Boston Red Sox in free agency,
The Boston Red Sox have some "decisions" looming as their $21 million starter struggles to continue his career.
After a dreadful 11.07 ERA in June that left Buehler questioning his place on the Sox and even in the sport, Thursday’s showing marked his second consecutive solid start.
The Boston Red Sox earned their season-high seventh straight win by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 on Thursday.
The Red Sox starter said, "It’s nice to go through a week and a prep, the five days or whatever, and not feel like I should just retire."
Buehler took a no-decision Thursday against the Rays, giving up three runs on five hits and three walks in six innings. He struck out two.
The Boston Red Sox signed Walker Buehler this past offseason, but he hasn’t been what the team hoped for yet. Buehler has started 13 games so far this season for the Red Sox and has pitched a 6.29 ERA.
Red Sox starter Buehler, who is guaranteed $21.05 million in a one-year free agent contract, is 1-4 with a 7.80 ERA in his last six starts.
Walker Buehler's future with the Boston Red Sox is uncertain. Trade rumors are circulating as the MLB deadline approaches. Buehler's performance has been below expectations. Former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon has pointed out Buehler's short outings are straining the bullpen.