Red Sox: Martín Pérez can’t afford another poor start for Boston

Jul 25, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Martin Perez (54) pitches during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Red Sox lefty Martín Pérez must perform to save his job

The Red Sox broke their losing streak last night as they vanquished the pesky Detroit Tigers. Thanks to a stellar outing from Eduardo Rodriguez in what felt like a must-win game, they’ll need some more magic today from another southpaw. Martín Pérez will be on the mound today for Boston and it’s safe to say, his job may be on the line.

I recently wrote about a similar situation surrounding Garrett Richards in his last start…