Gabbard Heads Back To Boston

The Boston Red Sox have reaquired Kason Gabbard from the Texas Rangers. Gabbard had opened the season in Oklahoma City, going 0-1 with a 10.50 ERA. Gabbard will now report to Fort Myers, Fla., to participate in the Red Sox' extended spring-training program.

In 20 starts spread out over two seasons, Gabbard went 4-4 with a 5.15 ERA for Texas.

In exchange for Gabbard's rights, Texas accepted future cash considerations.



"I thought he was a competitor," Ron Washington said. "I'm going to miss him because I like his competitive spirit. But sometimes things work out for the best and this could be the best thing for him.

"I wish him luck."

Gabbard will forever be remembered for a game for which he didn't even pitch. Last night, the newly acquired Darren O'Day was forced to wear Gabbard's No. 30 jersey when he gave up the game-winning hit to Blue Jays first baseman Kevin Millar.