When Sean Newcomb joined the Red Sox on a minor league deal in January, it would’ve been tough to envision him in the team’s starting rotation to open the year. However, it appears that scenario will play out.
Right-handed pitcher Quinn Priester was optioned to Red Sox minor league camp, the team announced Sunday. Priester was Newcomb’s main competition for the fifth starter spot, presumably making the 31-year-old left-hander the final piece to Boston’s rotation to open the season.
For Newcomb, his possible inclusion in the Red Sox’ rotation will serve as a homecoming and likely a childhood dream fulfilled.