The Boston Red Sox were in need of a fresh relief arm and they get that with the 25-year-old Bobby Poyner. In order to complete the move, the team sent down reliever Marcus Walden, who pitched 3 2/3 scoreless innings in Thursday's game. Poyner is only fantasy relevant in leagues that value holds, but the lefty has looked decent in the majors this season with a 2.57 ERA over seven appearances. He could be a possible option for fantasy owners that are desperate for middle relief.
Bobby Poyner Activated From And Optioned To Pawtucket
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Bobby Poyner (hamstring) was activated off DL from his rehab assignment at Pawtucket and subsequently optioned back to Pawtucket on Sunday, according to the Red Sox. This is a surprising move as Poyner had been pitching well prior to the injury, with a 2.57 ERA and 24.1 K/BB. Evidently the Red Sox are satisfied with all the options they have in their bullpen so Poyner will have to wait his turn. He is not worth rostering in any league.
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Bobby Poyner (hamstring) pitched an inning of rehab for the Portland Sea Dogs, according to Kevin Thomas of the Portland Press Herald. He allowed one hit and struck out one. Marcus Walden was called up from Triple-A when Poyner went on the disabled list and will likely be the choice to head back down. Walden has been ineffective in his stint with a 4.09 ERA, allowing five earned runs, but he did strike out 10 batters. There is no determination on when Poyner will be activated from the disabled list. He had a 2.57 ERA and a great 24.1 K/BB prior to getting injured.
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Bobby Poyner is heading to the 10-day disabled list with a left hamstring strain, according to Evan Drellich of NBC Sports Boston. In seven innings, Poyner has a 2.57 ERA with an outstanding 24.1 K/BB, but he does have an average allowed of .296. This move corresponds with Marcus Walden getting called up from Triple-A.
