BOSTON, MA - APRIL 20: Matt Barnes #32 of the Boston Red Sox pitches in the ninth inning of a game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on April 20, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
Matt Barnes is in danger of losing his role as the Red Sox closer
A few short weeks ago, the ninth inning appeared to be the least of their concerns. Now the Boston Red Sox are suddenly in a position where they must seriously consider demoting Matt Barnes from the closer role.