In an unprecedented move, the Red Sox have basically created a new position for pitching guru Brian Bannister as assistant pitching coach to Carl Willis. It’s no secret that the pitching staff has been struggling for Boston all season. From David Price on down to Sean O’Sullivan and most of the bullpen guys as well, the pitching has been inconsistent at best and downright pathetic at worst for a good portion of the season. The team’s ERA is 4.48 with a WHIP of 1.35, and they’ve let up 99 homeruns on the season. Often times, the team finds itself in a mega hole one or two innings into the game creating a tough situation for the offense.
Red Sox promote Brian Bannister to assistant coach
