Red Sox Buy Gabbard

Two years ago, a young lefty named Kason Gabbard was called up to replace an injured Curt Schilling. Gabbard had a great stint, culminating with a complete game shutout against the Kansas City Royals. He was traded to the Rangers along with prospect David Murphy for Eric Gagne. Despite a good few months in Texas and a similar 2008 season, he has been used in the minor leagues so far in 2009.

Gabbard was reacquiredby the Sox for cash considerations today, and will report to  the Red Sox’ Spring Training facility in Ft. Myers, FL. He will most likely start in the minors, but should the Sox need a replacement for Justin Masterson, who will take the rotation spot vacated by Daisuke Matsuzaka. If another starter is needed, Clay Bucholz would most likely be the first to fill the void. We can expect to see Gabbard no later than September.

After having a day-night doubleheader on Wednesday and a day off on Thursday, the Yankees will visit Fenway on Friday for a three game series. Jon Lester will face Joba Chamberlain.

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