Jedixson Paez’ start, time in Boston both brief; Why 9th inning homer was significant; Mickey Gasper remains hot (Notebook)

Boston Red Sox manager Chad Tracy opted to bring in rookie right-hander Jedixson Paez from Worcester with the hope of adding length and increasing the team's chances of winning on Tuesday night. However, the plan proved unsuccessful as Paez was swiftly defeated by the Seattle Mariners, allowing eight runs on 10 hits over just 3.2 innings. Following a solo homer in the first inning, Paez gave up five runs in the second, a solo run in the third, and another solo run in the fourth.

Interim manager Chad Tracy acknowledged that Paez struggled, citing his reliance on soft pitches like changeups and sweeper-type stuff as a contributing factor to the poor performance. Despite the loss, Tracy stated that he had no regrets about promoting Paez, considering the decision necessary to afford Sonny Gray some rest before the remainder of the season.

Paez was taken back to Worcester after the game and is expected to be replaced with another fresh pitcher for the Red Sox' homestand finale on Wednesday. The only viable replacement options from the 40-man roster would be left-handed pitchers Raymond Burgos and Tyler Samaniego. While the Red Sox's comeback bid ultimately fell short, trailing 9-4 heading into the ninth inning, they managed to force the Mariners' closer, Andrés Muñoz, into the game.

Muñoz recorded the final two outs, marking the second straight day he pitched, making it unlikely he'll be available for Wednesday's closing game.

Mickey Gasper, recalled from the minors on Monday, continued his impressive form with a first-inning homer in the same match. Gasper has now hit seven homers in the last 13 games, an accomplishment that makes him the sixth Red Sox player in history to achieve such a feat. Joining the list are J.D. Drew (2008), Fred Lynn (1979), Lou Clinton (1962), Ted Williams (1957), and Jimmie Foxx (1939).