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Starting Game 1 on Sunday Newcomb is scheduled to start for Boston in Game 1 of Sunday's doubleheader against St. Louis, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Saturday's matchup was postponed due to inclement weather, and the two teams will consequently play a twin bill Sunday. Newcomb is scheduled to oppose Andre Pallante in the opener, and the Red Sox have yet to announce their starter for the nightcap. Newcomb struggled in his first start of the campaign, allowing four runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out four batters over four innings in a loss to Baltimore on March 31.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Game 1 on Sunday Newcomb is scheduled to start for Boston in Game 1 of Sunday's doubleheader against St. Louis, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in Boston debut Newcomb (0-1) allowed four runs on eight hits and two walks over four innings Monday, striking out four and taking a loss against Baltimore.

Impact All four runs against Newcomb came during an ugly first inning, but he still allowed five more baserunners over the next three frames. He threw 40 of 64 pitches for strikes and forced four whiffs on just five swings against his slurve. Newcomb has not made more than four starts at the MLB level since the 2018 season with Atlanta. He's currently projected to face the Cardinals at home this weekend, but will likely lose his rotation spot once Brayan Bello (shoulder) and Lucas Giolito (hamstring) are ready to return sometime this month.

APRIL 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles score 4 in both the 1st and the 8th, top the Red Sox 8-5 in Baltimore's home opener

Tyler O’Neill had four hits in his home debut for Baltimore, and the Orioles used a pair of big offensive innings to beat the Boston Red Sox 8-5

MARCH 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Rafael Devers (0 for 3, 3 K's) and Red Sox continue downward trend in series-opening loss to Orioles - The Boston Globe Sean Newcomb started for the Red Sox. The lefthander from Middleboro gave up four runs (all in the first inning) on eight hits and two walks...

MARCH 31, 2025 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Langford and García both homer in the 6th to push Rangers past Red Sox 3-2

Wyatt Langford and Adolis García hit solo home runs in the sixth inning to put the Texas Rangers over the Boston Red Sox 3-2

MARCH 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Officially added to roster The Red Sox selected Newcomb's contract from Triple-A Worcester on Thursday, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Newcomb was a long shot to make the Opening Day roster, let alone the rotation, when he inked a minor-league deal in January. He will open the season as the fifth starter, however, after permitting just two runs (one earned) with a 13:3 K:BB in 14.1 Grapefruit League frames. Newcomb is slated for his season debut March 31 in Baltimore.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox Make Opening Day Decision on Former Failed Cubs Reliever The Boston Red Sox are leaning toward Sean Newcomb as their fifth starting pitcher.

MARCH 26, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Scheduled for five innings Tuesday Newcomb will throw five innings in a minor-league game Tuesday at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

Impact While the Red Sox traveled to Mexico for a pair of exhibition games against teams from that country, Newcomb remained behind in Florida to make a final tune-up before a potential gig in Boston's rotation. His chances of landing a spot improved greatly over the weekend when the Red Sox assigned Quinn Priester to Triple-A Worcester. Cooper Criswell, who pitched two innings Sunday, is also still around. Red Sox manager Alex Cora did not say Newcomb is a lock for the roster, but the lefty put himself in position with a strong spring. In 14.1 innings over five appearances, the 31-year-old Massachusetts native posted a 0.63 ERA (one earned run) with nine hits allowed and a 13:3 K:BB.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mass. native Sean Newcomb in pole position to be Red Sox' 5th starter after roster move Sean Newcomb, who was born in Brockton and attended Middleborough High School, has a chance to pitch for the team he rooted for as a kid.

MARCH 23, 2025 • BOSTON.COM

Slight favorite for rotation spot Newcomb "appears to be (a) slight favorite" to open the season as the Red Sox' fifth starter, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Richard Fitts will handle the fourth spot, while Newcomb looks to have a bit of an edge over Quinn Priester for the final spot in the rotation while the Red Sox deal with multiple pitching injuries. It's been an unlikely re-emergence for Newcomb, who boasts a 0.63 ERA with 13 strikeouts and three walks over 14.1 Grapefruit League innings. The lefty hasn't been used as a regular starter in the majors since 2018.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes case for rotation Newcomb allowed one unearned run on four hits while striking out three over 4.2 innings in Thursday's spring start against the Twins.

Impact Newcomb flew under the radar for much of spring training, but injuries to Brayan Bello (shoulder), Lucas Giolito (hamstring) and Kutter Crawford (knee) opened up a need for two pitchers to fill temporary holes in the rotation. Richard Fitts appears to have one of them, while Newcomb, Cooper Criswell and Quinn Priester vie for the other one. Newcomb has a 0.63 ERA with 13 strikeouts and three walks over 14.1 Grapefruit League innings.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

In mix for rotation spot Newcomb is in the mix to open the season in Boston's rotation while Brayan Bello (shoulder), Lucas Giolito (hamstring) and Kutter Crawford (knee) are out, Ian Browne of MLB.com rep...

Impact Newcomb has been using a new cutter this spring and has "caught our eyes" with how he's pitched, per manager Alex Cora, allowing just one run with a 10:3 K:BB over 9.2 innings. Quinn Priester and Richard Fitts have been viewed as the favorites to capture the final two rotation spots, and that still might be the case. However, Priester and Fitts both have minor-league options remaining, so the Red Sox could send one of them down and award Newcomb with a rotation spot, helping to reinforce depth. Newcomb hasn't been used as a regular starter in the majors since 2018.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Saturday's Red Sox spring training report: Trayce Thompson, Sean Newcomb stand out in loss - The Boston Globe Thompson homered for the fifth time in 10 spring games for the Red Sox, this one a grand slam, and Newcomb pitched 2⅔ scoreless innings.

MARCH 8, 2025 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Catches on with Boston The Red Sox signed Newcomb to a minor-league contract Friday that includes an invitation to spring training, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

Impact Newcomb got into seven games with the Athletics this past season, allowing seven runs with a 7:8 K:BB over 10 innings. The 31-year-old left-hander is likely to open 2025 in the Triple-A Worcester bullpen.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Released by Oakland The Athletics released Newcomb on Saturday.

Impact Newcomb was DFA'd by Oakland on Tuesday after he allowed seven earned runs in 10 innings with the major-league team. He's been relatively successful in Triple-A, posting a 3.22 ERA in 36.1 innings over the past two seasons, so he shouldn't have trouble securing a minor-league deal. However, he would likely need to show sustained success in Triple-A before getting another chance in the big leagues.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Designated for assignment The Athletics designated Newcomb for assignment on Tuesday.

Impact Newcomb made just seven appearances last year for Oakland and it seems that it will be the same this year as well. After posting a 6.30 ERA across 10.0 innings in seven games for Oakland, the 31-year-old will be looking to be claimed elsewhere. In a corresponding move, Tyler Ferguson was recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets unusual win Friday Newcomb (1-0) picked up the win Friday against the Twins after picking off Austin Martin for the final out of the eighth inning.

Impact It was the first time in Athletics history a pitcher recorded a victory without officially facing a batter, as Newcomb was able to escape the two-out, two-on jam he inherited from Lucas Erceg with his pick-off throw. The quick two-pitch outing and win represent a much-needed reprieve for the veteran left-hander, who'd surrendered five earned runs on four hits and three walks over the 3.1 innings covering his previous two appearances.

JUNE 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Athletics' Sean Newcomb becomes 1st in team history to win without officially facing batter

Sean Newcomb picked up a win with a pickoff and without officially facing a batter

JUNE 22, 2024 • Associated Press

A's rally to beat Twins 6-5 on Langeliers' homer in 8th. Newcomb earns win without facing a batter

Shea Langeliers hit a two-run homer off Jhoan Duran in the eighth inning, rallying the Oakland Athletics to a 6-5 win over the Minnesota Twins

JUNE 22, 2024 • Associated Press

On rehab assignment Newcomb (knee) allowed two runs over one inning in his first rehab appearance with Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday.

Impact Newcomb had his first rehab outing over the weekend with the Arizona Complex League Athletics before moving up to a higher affiliate. Making his way back from left knee inflammation, Newcomb will probably need a couple more rehab appearances before Oakland adds him to their active roster.

MAY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Athletics host the Red Sox to begin 3-game series

The Oakland Athletics open a three-game series at home against the Boston Red Sox on Monday

APRIL 1, 2024 • Associated Press

Cleveland Guardians and Oakland Athletics play in game 3 of series

The Cleveland Guardians face the Oakland Athletics with a 2-0 series lead

MARCH 30, 2024 • Associated Press

Guardians face the Athletics leading series 1-0

The Cleveland Guardians face the Oakland Athletics with a 1-0 series lead

MARCH 29, 2024 • Associated Press

Will start season on IL Newcomb will start the 2024 season on IL due to left knee irritation, Martin reports.

Impact Newcomb underwent surgery on his lateral meniscus on his left knee this past September, but he was able to make his spring debut March 13 against the Royals. It appears that he re-aggravated the injury, however, and the left-hander will miss the start of the 2024 season. In addition to Newcomb, the Athletics will also be without Luis Medina (knee) and Ken Waldichuk (elbow) to begin the season.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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