Austin Adams: Everything you need to know

The Red Sox released Adams on Tuesday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports. Adams was activated by Triple-A Worcester on April 22, but was unable to find much success. In 24 appearances, he had a 9.13 ERA with a 34:21 K:BB across 23.2 innings. After playing at least 32 games in the prior two seasons in 2023 and 2024, he has yet to crack the big leagues in 2025.

The Red Sox reassigned Adams to minor-league camp Monday. Adams was one of three candidates for the Opening Day bullpen who was sent back to minor-league camp, with right-handers Isaiah Campbell and Noah Davis also getting demoted. The 33-year-old right-hander signed a minor-league contract with Boston in December after he turned in a 3.92 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 53:23 K:BB over 41.1 innings in the majors with the Athletics in 2024.

Adams (forearm) allowed one hit and struck out three over one scoreless inning during Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Blue Jays. Adams closed out the 2024 campaign on the injured list due to right forearm tendinitis. He's officially received a clean bill of health and looked sharp Sunday as he continues to fight for a spot on the Opening Day roster.