Red Sox's Connelly Early exits game with left elbow discomfort
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 2:38 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Connelly Early left the game against the Nationals on July 1 after four innings due to left elbow discomfort. He had pitched effectively, allowing no runs and striking out five batters before his exit. Following Early's departure, the Red Sox bullpen allowed eight runs, resulting in an 8-1 loss and ending a five-game winning streak. Early's status is a concern as he has been a key pitcher for the team this season, holding a record of 7-5 with a 3.44 ERA.
- •Connelly Early left the game in the fifth inning.
- •He struck out five while allowing three hits and two walks.
- •The loss ended the Red Sox's five-game winning streak.
- •Boston's bullpen gave up eight runs after Early’s departure.
- •Early has not missed a start this season.
- 4:52 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox’ Connelly Early exits start due to left elbow discomfort
- 2:38 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Reveal Concerning Injury Update On Connelly Early After Early Exit
"Red Sox starting pitcher Connelly Early left his start against the Nationals on Tuesday with left elbow discomfort.
"Early departed Tuesday's game against the Nationals after just four innings.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 4:52 AMRed Sox’ Connelly Early exits start due to left elbow discomfort
Red Sox starting pitcher Connelly Early left his start against the Nationals on Tuesday with left elbow discomfort.
- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 2:38 AMRed Sox Reveal Concerning Injury Update On Connelly Early After Early Exit
Early departed Tuesday's game against the Nationals after just four innings.
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