Red Sox option Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester before Yankees series
6 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 10:49 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The Boston Red Sox have optioned pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester following a poor performance against the Baltimore Orioles. Bello gave up eight earned runs in five innings during the Red Sox's 8-2 loss, raising his season ERA to 6.34. The decision comes as the team prepares for a three-game series against the New York Yankees. Left-handed reliever Joe La Sorsa will be added to the roster in his place. This move marks a notable shift for Bello, who had entered the season with high expectations after signing a six-year, $55 million extension in 2024.
- •Bello struggles with a 6.34 ERA this season.
- •He surrendered eight earned runs in last outing vs. Orioles.
- •Red Sox prepare for series against Yankees in Bronx.
- •Joe La Sorsa joins active roster following Bello's demotion.
- •Bello could return if he improves in Triple-A.
- 10:49 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox option struggling pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester, move Crochet to 60-day IL
- 2:31 AMESPN MLB — Reports: Red Sox sending shaky Bello to Triple A
- 1:22 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox option $55M arm to Triple-A Worcester before Yankees series
- 1:11 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Option Brayan Bello To Triple-A
- 12:55 AMMassLive.com — Red Sox demote Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester - MassLive
- 12:33 AMMLB Trade Rumors — Red Sox To Option Brayan Bello To Triple-A - MLB Trade Rumors
"The Boston Red Sox optioned right-hander Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester on Friday, a day after the pitcher allowed eight runs against the Baltimore Orioles and expressed frustration about questions regarding his role as a starter or a reliever. Bello is 2-6 with a 6.34 ERA in 12 appearances this season. “Just stop talking about bullpen and starting games,” Bello said through a translator on Thursday.
"The Red Sox reportedly are optioning Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester, making the move after the right-hander struggled in yet another start Thursday against the Baltimore Orioles.
"Brayan Bello's struggles have mounted to the point that the Red Sox send the starter to Triple-A. Find out more at MLB Trade Rumors.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 10:49 PMRed Sox option struggling pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester, move Crochet to 60-day IL
The Boston Red Sox optioned right-hander Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester on Friday, a day after the pitcher allowed eight runs against the Baltimore Orioles and expressed frustration about questions regarding his role as a starter or a reliever. Bello is 2-6 with a 6.34 ERA in 12 appearances this season. “Just stop talking about bullpen and starting games,” Bello said through a translator on Thursday.
- ESPN MLBJun 5, 2026, 2:31 AMReports: Red Sox sending shaky Bello to Triple A
The Red Sox reportedly are optioning Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester, making the move after the right-hander struggled in yet another start Thursday against the Baltimore Orioles.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 1:22 AMRed Sox option $55M arm to Triple-A Worcester before Yankees series
Brayan Bello's mounting struggles prompt a shocking Red Sox decision.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 1:11 AMRed Sox Option Brayan Bello To Triple-A
The Boston Red Sox have sent down starting pitcher Brayan Bello.
- MassLive.comJun 5, 2026, 12:55 AMRed Sox demote Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester - MassLive
The Red Sox optioned right-handed pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester after his poor start Thursday, according to a source.
- MLB Trade RumorsJun 5, 2026, 12:33 AMRed Sox To Option Brayan Bello To Triple-A - MLB Trade Rumors
Brayan Bello's struggles have mounted to the point that the Red Sox send the starter to Triple-A. Find out more at MLB Trade Rumors.
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