Boston Red Sox pitchers Brian Johnson and Hector Velazquez have been told they won't be on the roster for the American League Division Series, manager Alex Cora said Tuesday.
Cora called it "very difficult" to give them the news. He said that while the two will not be on the roster, they will remain with the team.
"They're gonna keep staying in shape and throwing the ball because you never know what happens," Cora said.
Both pitchers have appeared as relievers and spot starters. The right-handed Velazquez finished the season 7-2 with a 3.