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Red Sox Bet on Miller’s Development | Boston Red Sox News
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The Red Sox traded Marcelo Mayer to the Giants for lefty reliever Erik Miller, a pitcher with a solid 2.76 ERA this year and a 1.50 mark last season—but also a troubling six walks per nine innings. While that walk rate is alarming, it’s reminiscent of Aroldis Chapman’s early struggles, which were eventually tamed by coaching. The Red Sox seem confident they can refine Miller’s command, betting big on their player development staff to fix his control issues. This move fits a clear pattern: recent signings like Jake Bennett and Nick Pivetta prioritize pitchers who throw strikes consistently. Miller’s high walk rate makes him a risky gamble, but the Sox are banking on their ability to mold talent—and signaling a bold new direction for their pitching philosophy.
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