Red Sox targeting mid-August return for Bryan Mata

The Red Sox are targeting a mid-August return for right-handed pitcher Bryan Mata. Mata has not pitched for Worcester since May 9th. He has been throwing for a couple of weeks now in Fort Myers ramping back up before an eventual rehab stint.

Mata made seven starts for the WooSox this season and went 0-3 with a 5.61 ERA. Walks were a big issue for the 24-year-old before the injury, as he issued 27 walks in 25.2 innings of work. The strikeout numbers were still up as he punched out 26 batters in that same time span.

If all goes well post return to the Worcester pitching staff, it’s not a far fetched idea that Mata could see some MLB time once the rosters expand in September. As a current 40-man roster, the promotion would be an easy one. One thing to consider, he is out of options so once he is up with the big league club, he would have to be placed on waivers if he is sent back down.

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