Brayan Bello tired of being asked about role in ‘bad season’ — before being sent down to minors
Brayan Bello expressed frustration over ongoing discussions about his role with the Boston Red Sox after a poor performance. Following an 8-2 loss to the Orioles, he was optioned to Triple-A Worcester. Despite acknowledging his struggles this season, Bello remains confident in his ability to improve.
- ▪Brayan Bello allowed eight runs in five innings during a recent game against the Orioles.
- ▪He has a 10.35 ERA through eight starts this season, significantly worse than his 3.35 ERA from the previous year.
- ▪Bello insists he is a starter and wants to stop the conversation about whether he should pitch in the bullpen.
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MLB Brayan Bello tired of being asked about role in ‘bad season’ — before being sent down to minors By Thomas Gamba-Ellis Published June 4, 2026, 9:44 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Brayan Bello does not want to hear any more talk about his role on the Red Sox. Bello, 27, allowed eight runs and walked three through five innings of work in Boston’s 8-2 loss to the Orioles on Thursday before being optioned to Triple-A Worcester, according to multiple reports. Following the loss, Bello told reporters that he wants people to “stop talking” about whether he is a starting pitcher or a reliever. Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Brayan Bello (66) pitches against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Fenway Park.
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