With manager John Farrell announcing that Grady Sizemore had won the starting center field job for the Boston Red Sox, the team optioned Jackie Bradley Jr. to Triple A Pawtucket.
Here’s the release:
FORT MYERS, FL – Prior to today’s game against the Twins, the Boston Red Sox made the following roster move:
Outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. was optioned to Triple-A Pawtucket.
Executive Vice President/General Manager Ben Cherington made the announcement.
With the move, the Red Sox now have 32 players in big league camp, including 27 active players from the 40-man roster, five non-roster invitees, and two players on the disabled list.
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