In a nightmarish outing at Fenway Park, Red Sox pitcher Kyle Barraclough faced a devastating performance against the Astros. On this particular night, Barraclough endured a rough time on the mound, giving up 10 earned runs on 11 hits, accompanied by 5 walks and 3 hit by pitches.
The game saw him labor through 4.1 innings, throwing 94 pitches in total. Adding a personal twist to the narrative, Barraclough's father was witnessed attending the game, adding to the emotional backdrop of the dismal performance.
Unfortunately, this performance was not an isolated incident for Barraclough in the 2023 MLB season. His stats for the year paint a rather grim picture, with an ERA of 12.91 in three games pitched, coupled with only 4 strikeouts and a high WHIP of 2.61. These figures stand in stark contrast to his MLB career regular season stats, which show a much more stable performance over the years.
How did the game between Kyle Barraclough’s Red Sox and the Astros end?
The game itself turned out to be a crushing blow for the Red Sox, as they faced a 13-5 defeat at the hands of the Astros. The standout moment of the game was José Altuve hitting for the cycle, marking a significant achievement in his career.
The loss was a potential turning point for the Red Sox's season, potentially impacting their playoff hopes. The performance put the team's weaknesses on display, with the pitching struggles overshadowing the positive start to the game.
Barraclough's difficult outing, coupled with Altuve's remarkable cycle, showcased how umpredictable the 2023 MLB season has been for the Boston Red Sox as they just recently defeated the Astros last week with a whopping 17-1 on Thursday.