Red Sox release reliever Joe La Sorsa amid winning streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:22 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Boston Red Sox announced the release of left-handed reliever Joe La Sorsa on August 6, 2026, as they prepare for an eighth consecutive victory. La Sorsa, who made one Major League appearance for the team this season, was let go to clear space in the bullpen as the Red Sox have improved their pitching depth and health. He posted a 2.78 ERA with 26 strikeouts over 32 1/3 minor-league innings this season but did not have a clear path back to the Major League roster. The Red Sox are currently in a strong playoff position with a record of 62-51 and will host the Oakland Athletics for a three-game series starting Friday.
- •Red Sox enter the series finale against the White Sox with a seven-game winning streak.
- •La Sorsa was released shortly before the finale at Fenway Park.
- •He pitched one game for the Red Sox after being acquired from the Pirates.
- •Boston's playoff probability stands at 94.2% as of Thursday.
- •The team will play the Athletics starting Friday night.
- 2:22 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Release Left-Handed Reliever Amid Seven-Game Winning Streak
"Boston moved on from a depth arm who made one Major League appearance for the club this season.
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