Red Sox Have Difficult Decision Looming — But Choice Is Obvious
The Boston Red Sox are all but locked into their postseason seed, which means they have a difficult decision looming.
The Boston Red Sox are virtually set to play their 2026 American League Wild Card Series away games. With three starting pitchers to choose from - Sonny Gray, Payton Tolle, Ranger Suarez, and Jake Bennett - they must make a crucial decision. Gray is almost guaranteed to start Game 1, having delivered excellent performances throughout the season with the best ERA, ERA+, and innings pitched.
Tolle is slated for Game 2, as he has maintained impressive stats in August, including 44 strikeouts and a 3.00 ERA. Suarez and Bennett are the two candidates for Game 3. While Suarez has faced some difficulties lately, his past performance in the postseason suggests he could be the right choice for the crucial deciding match. Bennett's inconsistent form doesn't help his case either.
Boston's decision-making process will be greatly influenced by salary considerations, with Gray earning significantly more than the other three. Playing the series in New York, Boston likely wants the proven pitcher who performs well in high-pressure situations.
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