Another member of the Boston Red Sox is bowing out of consideration for the World Baseball Classic.
Appearing on the Bradfo Sho podcast with WEEI’s Rob Bradford, Jackie Bradley confirmed that he was asked to join Team USA in the upcoming tournament, but ultimately decided to turn down the offer.
The star-studded pitching trio that will headline the Red Sox rotation also declined invitations, which comes as a relief to the team given the risk of injury that can result from an increased workload. The extra playing time is a bit less of a concern for an outfielder like Bradley, but he has his own reasons for staying home.