Brayan Bello may return to Red Sox rotation amid injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Boston Red Sox could see Brayan Bello return to the rotation if Patrick Sandoval is sidelined due to injury. Sandoval has been struggling, dealing with a blister on his left foot while allowing numerous baserunners this season. Bello has excelled as a long reliever with a 0.85 ERA over 50 innings, raising questions about his potential as a starter. Trevor Story, also returning from injury, aims to regain his shortstop position after being out since May. Wyatt Olds made his MLB debut with the Red Sox, highlighting recent roster changes.
- •Patrick Sandoval struggles amid injury concerns this season.
- •Brayan Bello has an impressive 0.85 ERA in long relief appearances.
- •Trevor Story is expected to return from injury this week.
- •Wyatt Olds made his MLB debut, replacing Raymond Burgos.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox News & Links: Will Brayan Bello return to the Red Sox rotation?
"Patrick Sandoval has been playing with fire baserunners all season since returning from Tommy John surgery this year, and it finally blew up on the Red Sox over the weekend. Now we’re hearing that an injury may be playing a role in his performance, even if it’s a small one. Sandoval apparently has been battling […]
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