Summary
The Boston Red Sox face a challenge in deciding their pitcher for Game 3 of the wild card series against the New York Yankees after Lucas Giolito's injury. Possible replacements include rookie Connelly Early, Kyle Harrison, and Payton Tolle, each with limited major league experience.
Key Facts
- Lucas Giolito will not play in the wild card series due to an injury.
- Giolito was expected to start Game 3 if needed against the New York Yankees.
- The Red Sox manager, Alex Cora, must choose a new pitcher for Game 3.
- Connelly Early, a rookie, is one option, with a 2.33 ERA in his initial games.
- Kyle Harrison, another option, has a 4.04 ERA from 11 appearances.
- Payton Tolle is also a possibility, but he has a higher 6.06 ERA.
- All three pitchers have a small amount of major league play experience.
