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What a relief: Buchholz gets quick satisfaction
- Updated: May 29, 2016
TORONTO — Clay Buchholz had two days to process news that he didn’t like. But by the time the bottom of the 10th inning rolled around on Sunday afternoon, Buchholz knew it was no time to feel sorry for himself over being taken out of the rotation.
It was time to go back to work, even if it is in a role he hopes is only temporary. Buchholz went one scoreless inning in relief, allowing one single and was the winning pitcher as the Red Sox pulled out a 5-3 victory over the Blue Jays in 11 innings.
In his old role — the one he has worked in for basically his entire career — a win could never be gained by throwing 19 pitches.
So at least on Sunday, Buchholz was able to earn some quick gratification.
“It definitely felt a little different. That’s the position I’m in,” said Buchholz. “I’ve got to help the team any way I can. It’s just like when you’re starting, but you don’t know when you’re pitching out of the bullpen, so it’s a little different. That’s part of it, part of the adjustment I’m going to have to make for the time being. I’m glad I could contribute today.”
Manager John Farrell made a point of going to Buchholz’s locker shortly after the …
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