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The Boston Red Sox placed starting pitcher and former Los Angeles Dodger Dustin May on the 15-day injured list, the team announced on Tuesday. May was placed on the IL retroactive to Sunday, meaning the 28-year-old could be back as soon as Sunday, Sept.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 11

Red Sox 24-Year-Old Arguably Just Solved Boston's Major Issue

The Boston Red Sox may not have come out on top on Wednesday, but they did at least arguably find a short-term solution for the starting rotation. Boston's rotation isn't clear beyond Garrett Crochet, Brayan Bello, and Lucas Giolito.

Boston Red Sox News / ESPN / September 9

With May off to IL, Red Sox turn to lefty Early

The Red Sox called up pitching prospect Connelly Early on Tuesday to make his MLB debut against the Athletics and placed Dustin May on the injured list.

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Red Sox make Vaughn Grissom move after placing Dustin May on IL

Fresh off a 7-0 win over the Athletics in their series opener Monday night, the Boston Red Sox are looking to lock in their spot in the AL playoff field.

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Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / September 9

Report: Red Sox scratch Dustin May, call up Connelly Early

Boston Red Sox prospect Connelly Early will make his major league debut on Tuesday, replacing injured list-bound Dustin May as the starting pitcher against the host Athletics in West Sacramento, Calif., the Boston Herald reported.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 9

Red Sox to promote pitching prospect for MLB debut

The 23-year-old has thrived in both Double-A and Triple-A this season.

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Boston Red Sox News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 3

Former Dodger Dustin May Temporarily Moved to Red Sox Bullpen Amid Struggles

Former Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Dustin May has had a rough 2025. After missing the entirety of the 2024 campaign recovering from flexor tendon surgery, May was weeks away from a rehab assignment, until a piece of lettuce caused him to tear his esophagus and sidelined him indefinitely.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 31

Red Sox Starter All But Confirms Dodgers Trade Was A Flop For Boston

Just as the Boston Red Sox got rid of one former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher whose performance had been costing them games all season, another ex-Dodger is beginning to haunt them.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 31

Game 138: Red Sox vs Pirates – Giolito vs Keller

Well…this series has not gone according to plan. The Red Sox have really been made to walk the plank by the Pirates. Payton Tolle did a killer job Friday only to be jobbed by Greg Weissert.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 31

Red Sox’s Dustin May opens up about post-trade on-field struggles

When the Boston Red Sox acquired Dustin May from the Los Angeles Dodgers, he was expected to help his new team win a few more games. A few weeks removed

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 30

Red Sox 3, Pirates 10: Rough start. Then things got rougher.

I threw out my back and its two already-herniated discs less than an hour before the game, so I was already in agony. Then the game began and I immediately felt even worse.

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 30

Red Sox fans are regretting Dustin May trade

There was a time in the not-too-distant past when Red Sox pitcher Dustin May looked like one of the brightest young stars in Major League Baseball. A former

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 27

Red Sox May Have Revealed Payton Tolle Decision

There has been a lot of noise out there about the No. 5 spot in the Boston Red Sox's starting rotation. With Walker Buehler moved to the bullpen, the spot is up for grabs.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 24

Red Sox 2, Yankees 7: May Day in the Bronx as Sox fail to sweep

You have a great start, you have a crap start. That’s the roller coaster Dustin May has been riding on at the moment, and what an ugly one it was at Yankee Stadium.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 24

Red Sox May Have Tipped Their Hand At Walker Buehler Replacement

The Boston Red Sox have a decision to make for the starting rotation. Dustin May is getting the ball on Sunday night for Boston against the New York Yankees and then will have to decide who will get the ball on Monday night against the Baltimore Orioles.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 24

Red Sox Lost 'Best' Trade Of 2025 MLB Season: Insider

The Boston Red Sox pulled off two trades ahead of the 2025 Major League Baseball trade deadline by acquiring Steven Matz from the St. Louis Cardinals and Dustin May from the Los Angeles Dodgers.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 1

Dustin May now set to make Red Sox debut Wednesday

Dustin May's Boston Red Sox debut will come Wednesday against the Kansas City Royals, three days later than originally planned. Manager Alex Cora told reporters Friday that the right-hander's first start for Boston was pushed back to ensure that Lucas Giolito did not go too long between starts.

MLB News / Blogging the Red Sox / July 31

Which two prospects did Red Sox trade to Dodgers for Dustin May?

Before Thursday’s 6 p.m. trade deadline struck, the Red Sox added to their rotation depth by swinging a last-minute deal with the reigning World Series champion Dodgers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Dodgers Pull Off Trade Deadline Heist, Land Red Sox Top Prospect for Dustin May

The Los Angeles Dodgers may not have made a blockbuster deal to acquire a superstar outfielder or Cy Young winner at the trade deadline. However, Los Angeles continues to finesse their way into winning.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 31

Los Angeles Dodgers Trade Dustin May To Boston Red Sox

The Los Angeles Dodgers closed their deadline activity out by trading Dustin May to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for James Tibbs III and Zach Ehrhard.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 31

MLB Insider Reveals What Dodgers Could Get For Dustin May in Potential Trade Deadline Deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly making starting pitcher Dustin May available at the trade deadline. MLB insider Bob Nightengale told Dodgers Nation’s Doug McKain that Los Angeles is targeting bullpen help or outfield help for May.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 29

Dustin May: Dodgers Trade Rumors Not Surprising

Dustin May has been a consistent presence for the Los Angeles Dodgers during a season in which their starting rotation has again been impacted by multiple injuries, but he’s also potentially on the verge of being squeezed out.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 28

Dustin May Being Scouted For Potential Trade

Dustin May continues to be a popular name as the 2025 MLB trade deadline quickly approaches on July 31 with the Los Angeles Dodgers expected to have an excess of starting pitching options.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24

Dodgers Could Make Dustin May Available

The Dodgers have considered the possibility of trading right-hander Dustin May, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. His colleague, Fabian Ardaya, hears similarly and reminds that Los Angeles has traded starters from its big league roster at each of the past two deadlines (James Paxton, Noah Syndergaard).

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Dodgers Predicted to Cut Ties With Dustin May in Trade for $70 Million Infielder from Division Rival

If the Los Angeles Dodgers have an opportunity to make a blockbuster deal at the deadline, nobody would be surprised to see them do it. However, with the many injuries they've dealt with on the mound, it feels certain that the Dodgers won't go out and trade a starter.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 4

Dustin May Didn’t Think About Potential Perfect Game Against White Sox

Dustin May has been a workhorse for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season, which has been both a surprise given his injury history and a need for the club given the state of their pitching staff.