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Red Sox Designate Jorge Alcala for Assignment, Recall Isaiah Campbell

Control lapses coupled with increased home run susceptibility prompted Boston to shuffle its bullpen.

Mar 13, 2025; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Isaiah Campbell throws a pitch during fifth inning against the New York Mets at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • The Red Sox designated right-hander Jorge Alcala for assignment on August 5 after a rough five-game stretch.
  • Boston recalled righty Isaiah Campbell from Triple-A Worcester to fill Alcala’s vacated roster spot.
  • Alcala, acquired in mid-June from the Twins in exchange for prospect Andy Lugo, showed a 3.31 ERA but struggled with command.
  • In his last five outings, Alcala pitched just 3⅓ innings, surrendering six runs on eight hits, including four homers, and issuing four walks.
  • The move reflects Boston’s performance-driven approach of monitoring advanced metrics and tapping minor-league depth to address bullpen volatility.