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Payton Tolle keeps his late mother's memory alive on the mound
sports17 days ago

Payton Tolle keeps his late mother's memory alive on the mound

Red Sox left-hander Payton Tolle will start on Mother's Day to honor his late mother, Jina Tolle, who died in 2024 after an eight-year battle with colon cancer. Even from her hospital bed, she inspired him with lines like “Be a Tigger, not an Eeyore,” and he now signals “I love you” to the sky before and after starts as a tribute. The piece also traces his path from Wichita State to a 2024 draft selection by Boston (No. 50) and highlights the deep, scouting-driven belief in his makeup and work ethic that helped land him with the Red Sox, underscoring how his family’s influence fuels his on-field performance.

Red Sox Promote Payton Tolle for Yankees Series Finale
sports1 month ago

Red Sox Promote Payton Tolle for Yankees Series Finale

Red Sox recall left-hander Payton Tolle to start Thursday’s series finale against the Yankees, his first MLB action of the season and only the fourth career start. A top-50 prospect, he’s been strong at Worcester (15 innings, 3.00 ERA) as Boston’s rotation battles injuries to Gray, Oviedo, Sandoval and others. The move could lead to additional starts if he performs well and health remains uncertain, given the Sox’ lack of a mid-season off-day and ongoing rotation depth concerns.

Connelly Early Lands Opening Day Spot as Red Sox Shuffle Rotation
sports2 months ago

Connelly Early Lands Opening Day Spot as Red Sox Shuffle Rotation

Boston will have one of its top left-handed pitching prospects on the Opening Day roster, with Connelly Early set to break camp and join Johan Oviedo on the active staff, while Payton Tolle is optioned to minor league camp. The Sox face rotation decisions—potentially a six-man plan or an Early/Oviedo tandem—to begin the year in Cincinnati, as both Early and Oviedo showed solid spring momentum and Tolle contributed solid numbers as a rookie-eligible prospect. Early and Tolle qualify for the Prospect Promotion Incentive, which could have implications if Early stays in the majors all season and meets ROY/Cy Young thresholds.

Red Sox Promote Rising Pitching Prospect Payton Tolle
sports9 months ago

Red Sox Promote Rising Pitching Prospect Payton Tolle

The Boston Red Sox are promoting pitching prospect Payton Tolle, a 22-year-old with a high-velocity fastball, for his MLB debut amid a tight playoff race, facing top starter Paul Skenes at Fenway Park. Tolle, ranked No. 28 by MLB.com, has quickly risen through the minors after being drafted last year, showing strong performance and maturity, and is now a key part of Boston's postseason push.

Red Sox Land Braden Montgomery in MLB Draft Steal
sports1 year ago

Red Sox Land Braden Montgomery in MLB Draft Steal

The Boston Red Sox may have struck gold in the MLB Draft for the second consecutive year by selecting Texas A&M outfielder Braden Montgomery with the 12th overall pick, despite his recent ankle injury. Montgomery, a power-hitting outfielder with a strong arm, was projected to go in the Top 10 but slipped to the Red Sox. Additionally, the Red Sox picked Texas Christian pitcher Payton Tolle, the 2024 Big 12 Conference Pitcher and Newcomer of the Year, with their second-round pick. Both selections offer significant promise for the franchise's future.

Red Sox Draft Power-Hitting OF Braden Montgomery at No. 12
sports1 year ago

Red Sox Draft Power-Hitting OF Braden Montgomery at No. 12

The Boston Red Sox selected switch-hitting outfielder Braden Montgomery with the 12th pick in the 2024 MLB amateur draft. Montgomery, who played at Stanford and Texas A&M, is known for his power, high walk rate, and solid defense. Despite an ankle fracture that may have caused him to slide out of the top 10, Montgomery is optimistic about his future with the Red Sox. The team also picked lefthander Payton Tolle from TCU in the second round.