Red Sox release pitcher Dani Richar after control issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Boston Red Sox have released 21-year-old left-hander Dani Richar from their Dominican Summer League affiliate. The decision comes after Richar struggled with control during his time in the organization, posting a 9.50 ERA with 26 walks in just 18 innings this season. Despite showing potential with 18 strikeouts, his inability to manage base runners led to his dismissal. The Red Sox made this move as they approach a weekend series against the San Francisco Giants, and it reflects the ongoing evaluation of player development within the organization.
- •Richar had 18 strikeouts but struggled with 19 earned runs.
- •His WHIP stood at 2.39, indicating severe control problems.
- •The Red Sox enter a series against the Giants with a 4-6 record over their last 10 games.
- •Richar's stint with the team ended after only 11 appearances this season.
- •The release is part of routine evaluations at the minor league level.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Cut Young Pitcher After Alarming Control Struggles
"The Red Sox moved on from a 21-year-old left-hander whose ability to generate strikeouts could not overcome alarming command problems.
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