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<\/p>\nBrayan Bello recently announced his departure..<\/p>\n
Here’s the latest on Bello from the last few weeks:<\/p>\n
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*What he _has_ announced \/ said*<\/p>\n
1. *June 5, 2026 – After being optioned to Triple-A*<\/p>\n
Bello spoke to reporters and addressed the demotion:<\/p>\n
> “Just stop talking about bullpen and starting games. I’ve always been a starter.”<\/p>\n
> “It was a really tough day… I even shed some tears. I have so much love and passion for this game.”<\/p>\n
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He said he was ready to “fall in love with baseball all over again” and do “whatever role” the Red Sox gave him.<\/p>\n
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2. *July 12, 2026 – Recalled to MLB*<\/p>\n
Red Sox recalled him from Worcester to help the bullpen before the All-Star break. He pitched 4 1\/3 IP vs Mets: 2 hits, 1 run, 5 Ks.<\/p>\n
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*What he has NOT announced*<\/p>\n
– No trade request<\/p>\n
– No release<\/p>\n
– No free agency departure<\/p>\n
– No retirement<\/p>\n
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He’s still under his 6-year, $55M contract with Boston through 2029.<\/p>\n
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Right now he’s on the active roster as a swingman\/long reliever while Boston tries to get him back on track.<\/p>\n
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Did you see a specific announcement somewhere? If you send me what you saw I can fact-check it for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"