April 17: OF Jarren Duran recalled from Triple-A Worcester; INF Bobby Dalbec optioned; RHP Brayan Bello activated off IL; RHP Jake Faria designated for assignment

In time for the annual Patriots' Day game, Bello was activated for his first start of the season. Boston's 23-year-old righty, who possesses electric stuff, will face off against Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani in a compelling matchup.

 

Of course, Bello will also be faced with the challenge of having to pitch to Ohtani, one of the most dangerous hitters in the game.

 

Bello is starting the season a couple of weeks late due to some right forearm tightness he experienced early in Spring Training.

 

In his final Minor League rehab start with Triple-A Worcester, Bello allowed one run over six innings, walking none and striking out four.

 

With Bello's return, Faria, who was called up Sunday, was designated for assignment.

 

In four games with the Red Sox after his callup on April 10, Dalbec went 2-for-9 with two walks while making one start each at first base, third base and shortstop.

 

Duran is up with Boston for the first time this season. The 26-year-old has batted .219/.269/.354 in 91 career games with the Red Sox.