John Holobetz shines in Triple-A debut for WooSox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 1:50 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
John Holobetz made his Triple-A debut for the Worcester Red Sox on August 4, throwing 5.2 innings of one-run ball after being promoted from Double-A Portland just days earlier. Holobetz, who had previously been named the Red Sox Minor League Pitcher of the Month for July, showed strong command, throwing his first 15 pitches for strikes. His current ERA in Triple-A stands at 0.93, following a solid start at Polar Park where he struck out six batters. Holobetz was acquired by the Red Sox in a trade deal on April 7, 2025, and now finds himself one step away from the major leagues.
- •Holobetz pitched 5.2 innings, allowing one run in his WooSox debut.
- •He was promoted from Double-A Portland after a successful stretch.
- •Holobetz’s Triple-A ERA is currently at 0.93.
- •He has been recognized as the Red Sox Minor League Pitcher of the Month for July.
- •Holobetz was acquired in a trade from the Brewers in April 2025.
- 1:50 AMYahoo Sports — Storybook season continues in AAA for new WooSox pitcher John Holobetz
"New WooSox pitcher John Holobetz is enjoying a storybook run to Triple-A Worcester.
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