Brayan Bello, who was the Opening Day starter for the Boston Red Sox just a few months ago, is currently facing a challenging season. The 25-year-old pitcher has struggled with a 5.55 ERA and a 1.47 WHIP in his 14 starts, including a rough outing against the Toronto Blue Jays this week.
Despite his difficulties, Red Sox pitching coach Andrew Bailey sees potential in Bello’s pitching. Bailey acknowledges that Bello has quality stuff but needs to work on his command and consistency to be more effective on the mound.
Having signed a six-year extension worth $55 million before the season, Bello was expected to be a key player for the Red Sox. However, his performance has not lived up to expectations, leading to concerns about his spot in the rotation.
Boston is giving Bello an extra rest day before his next start in hopes that he can improve his performance. If he continues to struggle, the team may need to reconsider his role in the rotation.