On April 18, 2025, Hunter Dobbins impressed in his second career MLB start for the Boston Red Sox, pitching six solid innings against the Chicago White Sox. Dobbins allowed only two runs, with one earned, three hits, and struck out six batters while exhibiting control with no walks. Although optioned to Triple-A after the game, his performance raises questions about the starting rotation, especially concerning struggling starter Tanner Houck, who has had a tough start to the season with a poor ERA and high earned runs, urging the Red Sox to evaluate their options.
Hunter Dobbins shone in his second career start, showing significant improvement with a strong performance against the Chicago White Sox, allowing only two runs.
Despite Dobbins' impressive outing, he was optioned to Triple-A, suggesting the Red Sox may consider him for a full-time rotation spot in the future.
In contrast, Tanner Houck struggles in the rotation could prompt the Red Sox to reevaluate their options for the starting lineup moving forward.
There are questions surrounding how long the Red Sox should stick with a starter who's had a rocky start despite past successes.
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