Buchholz has made only 46 starts over the past two seasons, logging ERAs of 5.34 and 3.26 and dealing with consistent arm trouble that dates back to 2013.
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The equipment truck departs on February 10 and the first workout is scheduled for February 19.
The Boston Red Sox exercised their 2016 team option on right-hander Clay Buchholz, the team announced Tuesday. Fans needing ADA accessible seating or those who may not have a computer may call 877-REDSOX9.
The righty will return for his tenth season as a member of the Red Sox. Boston’s first Grapefruit League game is scheduled for March 2 against the Minnesota Twins. Workouts are free and open to the public, and the club will hold an open house at JetBlue Park on February 27. It is the first of seven games between Fort Myers’ springtime residents.
The Red Sox will host 17 home games, including the annual college exhibition doubleheader against Boston College and Northeastern University on Monday, February 29.
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After starting the season 2-6, Buchholz turned things around and finished the season winning five out of his last six decisions.
