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- Updated: September 19, 2016
BALTIMORE — Considering that Drew Pomeranz surpassed his career high for innings pitched a while ago, it wouldn’t be a stretch to think fatigue is at the root of his recent struggles.
That said, the Red Sox are sticking with the lefty starter in hopes that he can rebound.
“Command. It’s been command,” said Red Sox manager John Farrell. “Is that a direct correlation to the innings workload to date? That’s quite possible. I thought last night his velocity was consistent or similar to previous starts. The command from pitch to pitch was not there — and it cost him. That’s something we monitor close. He’s going to start Friday at [St. Petersburg]. We continue …