A’s claim former Red Sox right-hander off waivers
The Oakland Athletics took two of three from the Red Sox this week and they also claimed right-handed pitcher Tayler Scott off waivers.
Boston had designated Scott for assignment last Saturday after Game 2 against the Cubs.
Scott struggled since joining the Red Sox back on June 22 from the Dodgers. Alex Cora had Scott pitch the ninth inning on Friday night with a five run lead. He allowed three base runners (a walk and two singles), forcing Cora to use All-Star closer Kenley Jansen.
During Saturday afternoon’s game against the Cubs, Scott came out of the bullpen in relief of James Paxton. His struggles continued allowing a two-run homer to Patrick Wisdom before recording an out.
Overall, Scott has allowed three runs, two earned, six hits, one hit batter and four walks with two strikeouts in 3 2/3 innings. He made four appearances which includes one start as an opener agains the A’s before the All-Star break.
Oakland had room on their roster after trading hard-throwing reliever Shintaro Fujinami to the Orioles.
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