This is not so much a game recap as it is a compliment to the Red Sox bullpen as well as a possible epitaph of Owens’ future career in the majors. Ian Browne of MLB.com reported, “given that the Red Sox had a 4-1 lead through three, it’s hard to believe [Red Sox manager John] Farrell had to ask so much out of his bullpen. But lefty Henry Owens (six walks in three-plus innings) lacked command from the start. And when he opened the fourth by giving up a homer to Avisail Garcia, Farrell had seen enough.
Red Sox Owens Buckles, Bullpen Picks Up The Slack
