After a pair of atrocious outings versus the Rays and A’s (hardly offensive powerhouses), it’s clear that Justin Masterson is no longer a part of either the present or future success of the Red Sox. Currently sporting an ERA of 6.37 with 4.8 BB/9, the lowest strikeout rate of his career (6.1 K/9), and the lowest fastball velocity of his career, it’s time for Masterson to go. Surely the Red Sox recognize the signs that Masterson is unlikely to provide much of anything down the stretch, and the team is finally starting to take action.
Red Sox scratch Masterson from Sunday start
