"Connelly Early, a 23-year-old left-hander, struck out 11 batters in his first MLB start last September, tying a Red Sox record for rookie debuts."
"Early will start for the Red Sox in the third game of the season, with Johan Oviedo moving to the bullpen initially."
"The first game of the season will feature Boston ace Garrett Crochet, with Sonny Gray set to start the second game."
Connelly Early, a promising 23-year-old left-hander, will start for the Red Sox in the third game of the 2026 season. He made a notable debut in 2025, striking out 11 batters in five innings, tying a Red Sox rookie record. Despite competition for a rotation spot, reports confirm his position. Johan Oviedo will initially move to the bullpen, with Garrett Crochet and Sonny Gray starting the first two games. Ranger Suarez is projected to make his first start against the Astros on March 30.
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