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Walker Buehler Ejected in Dramatic Return to Red Sox Rotation

The right-hander, activated from the IL after recovering from shoulder bursitis, was tossed after 2⅓ hitless innings in a tense game against the Mets.

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BOSTON, MA - MAY 20: Pitcher Walker Buehler #0 of the Boston Red Sox shouts at home plate umpire Mike Estabrook after a pitch he thought was a strike was called a ball, as Carlos Narváez #75 holds him back during the second inning against the New York Mets at Fenway Park on May 20, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. Buehler was thrown out of the game by Estabrook.
Apr 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Walker Buehler (0) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Walker Buehler returned to the mound on May 20 after being sidelined with right shoulder bursitis since late April.
  • In his first start back, Buehler recorded four strikeouts but was ejected for arguing balls and strikes with umpire Mike Estabrook.
  • The Red Sox bullpen stepped up following his ejection, maintaining a strong performance to support the team.
  • Boston optioned reliever Nick Burdi to Triple-A Worcester to make room for Buehler's activation from the IL.
  • Buehler, a two-time All-Star, signed a one-year, $21.05 million deal with Boston in December after missing the 2023 season following his second Tommy John surgery.