Red Sox: With Kendrick done, who’s next in line to start?

The Boston Red Sox optioned veteran RHP Kendrick to the minor leagues after two starts and recalled LHP Ross Jr.

For the second time in as many starts, Kyle Kendrick allowed six earned runs in a Red Sox loss. Following Wednesday’s disappointing defeat at the hands of the Milwaukee Brewers, the club announced that they would be sending the veteran righty back to Triple-A Pawtucket in favor of left-handed reliever Robbie Ross Jr. After a stellar Spring Training in which many believed Kendrick to be a viable depth option, the Red Sox gave him two chances to prove that he belonged in the major leagues once again. It’s safe to say that he didn’t make the most of the opportunity. Boston is now left with four starters as they await the return of David Price, who is set to make his

After a stellar Spring Training in which many believed Kendrick to be a viable depth option, the Red Sox gave him two chances to prove that he belonged in the major leagues once again. It’s safe to say that he didn’t make the most of the opportunity.

Boston is now left with four starters as they await the return of David Price, who is set to make his first rehab start on Sunday. With an off-day on Monday, they will have the opportunity to skip what would have been Kendrick’s next turn in the rotation and maintain their roster makeup. However, their four starter – thirteen reliever equilibrium will come to an end eventually, when they can no longer field pitchers on normal rest come May 20.

Even in a best case scenario, Price won’t be back with the team until May 24, meaning that the Red Sox will have to turn to minor league depth once again. With that in mind, let’s look at who their best choices are.