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Red Sox Push Dustin May Debut to Wednesday to Balance Rotation

Alex Cora reshuffled the pitching schedule to protect Lucas Giolito’s rest, helping Boston shore up a staff that ranks 15th in starter ERA.

Jul 27, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Dustin May (85) pitches against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Boston acquired right-hander Dustin May from the Dodgers at the trade deadline in exchange for outfield prospects James Tibbs III and Zach Ehrhard.
  • Manager Alex Cora set Lucas Giolito to start Sunday’s finale against the Astros, followed by Brayan Bello on Monday, Garrett Crochet on Tuesday and May on Wednesday in Kansas City.
  • May’s debut was moved from Fenway Park to Kauffman Stadium to ensure even spacing between rotation starts.
  • After missing the 2024 season for elbow and esophagus surgeries, May posted career highs in innings (104), strikeouts (97) and walks (43) while recording a 4.85 ERA in 2025.
  • The Red Sox are banking on May’s postseason experience to bolster a staff that currently ranks 15th in starter ERA as they pursue a wild-card berth.