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Hamilton homers, bullpen retires 13 of final 14 hitters, and Red Sox beat Rays 1-0

David Hamilton hit a third-inning home run, four pitchers combined to strike out 13 and the Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0

APRIL 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Scoreless start against Rays Newcomb didn't factor into the decision Wednesday against the Rays after allowing four hits and two walks in 4.2 scoreless innings. He struck out four.

Impact Despite falling one out shy of nabbing the potential win, Newcomb scattered four singles and didn't allow a single runner to reach third base during his time on the bump. Through 17.1 innings (four starts) this season, the journeyman southpaw holds a solid 3.63 ERA and 19:9 K:BB but a concerning 1.90 WHIP. Newcomb will be looking to work into the fifth inning for the first time this year in his next time out, currently slated for next week at home against the Mariners.

APRIL 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bregman leads Red Sox against the Rays following 5-hit performance

The Boston Red Sox play the Tampa Bay Rays after Alex Bregman had five hits on Tuesday in a 7-4 win over the Rays

APRIL 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Handed second loss Newcomb (0-2) allowed six runs (two earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out six over four innings to take the loss against the White Sox on Friday.

Impact The Red Sox's defense committed five errors, but the mostly cost one came as part of the White Sox's four-run fourth inning. This got Newcomb's pitch count up to 94 (60 strikes), and the offense didn't bail him out. He's now failed to complete five innings in all three of his starts this season, posting a 4.97 ERA, 2.13 WHIP and 15:7 K:BB over 12.2 innings. He'll continue to struggle as long as he's putting that much traffic on the bases. Newcomb is likely to stay in the rotation for at least one more turn, as Brayan Bello (shoulder) and Lucas Giolito (hamstring) could need one additional rehab start each. Newcomb's next start is projected to be on the road versus the Rays.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

White Sox enter matchup with the Red Sox on losing streak

The Chicago White Sox will try to end an eight-game losing streak when they play the Boston Red Sox

APRIL 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Red Sox take advantage of Toronto miscues, rally to win 4-3 in 10th and avoid 4-game sweep

Pinch-runner David Hamilton scampered home when the drawn-in Toronto infield couldn’t handle Trevor Story’s nubber to second base and the Boston Red Sox beat the Blue Jays 4-3 in 1...

APRIL 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Red Sox deal righthander Quinn Priester to the Brewers for minor league outfielder Yophery Rodriguez - The Boston Globe Priester did not make the team out of spring training as the Sox went with Sean Newcomb and Richard Fitts to fill the rotation openings crea...

APRIL 7, 2025 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Fans five in no-decision Newcomb did not factor in the decision during a loss to Boston in the first game of Sunday's doubleheader. He allowed one run on six hits and three walks over 4.2 innings and struc...

Impact Newcomb wasn't very efficient but was able to limit the damage and escape a couple of threats. He kept the Cardinals off the board until Masyn Winn's RBI single in the fourth inning. Newcomb has been tagged with 14 hits through 8.2 innings so far, resulting in a 5.19 ERA. His next start is projected to be a road matchup against the White Sox.

APRIL 7, 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.

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

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