Aug 27, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Edwin Escobar pitches in eighth inning against Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Blue Jays won 5-2. Mandatory Credit: Peter Llewellyn-USA TODAY Sports
Edwin Escobar, 22 years old, came into Boston as part of the Jake Peavy trade in July of last season. With mild potential as either a back-end starter, or an option in the bullpen, Escobar could be an option for the Major-League squad this season. However, with a couple of stronger left-handed options in the system, Escobar is likely to be seen out of the bullpen.
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