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‘I’ve got to pitch better for them’: Dustin May disappointed with first Red Sox start, likes Fenway Park atmosphere

Dustin May on his first Red Sox start: After being acquired by the Red Sox in a trade deadline deal, right-hander Dustin May made his debut with the team at Fenway Park in Wednesday’s 7-3 loss to the Royals. He went just 3.2 innings, allowing six hits, three runs, and striking out four.

May, 27, was dealt to Boston by the Dodgers on July 31 for minor leaguers Zach Ehrhard and James Tibbs. He possesses good velocity (averaging a mid-90s fastball), and throws four pitches. Despite that, he’s struggled for most of 2025, posting a 4.