Red Sox recall Brayan Bello, place Chris Sale on IL

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Red Sox recall Brayan Bello, place Chris Sale on IL

The Boston Red Sox announced a series of roster moves on Friday as they begin the second half of the 2022 MLB season.

Rookie right-hander Brayan Bello was recalled from Triple-A Worcester. He’ll replace Chris Sale on the active roster as the veteran southpaw was placed on the 15-day injured list with a fractured left pinkie finger. Sale suffered the injury after being struck by a comebacker in Sunday’s game vs. the New York Yankees.

In addition, catcher Connor Wong was optioned to Triple-A Worcester and infielder Yolmer Sanchez was selected to the active roster.

Bello, the No. 3 ranked Red Sox prospect, is expected to start Sunday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The 23-year-old has allowed nine runs on 13 hits through eight innings pitched in his first two big-league appearances. 

Boston begins its three-game set vs. Toronto at Fenway Park on Friday night. First pitch for the series opener is set for 7:10 p.m. ET.