Red Sox Pitcher Walker Buehler Struggles Risk Rotation Spot After Poor Start vs Angels

Walker Buehler, signed by the Boston Red Sox on a one-year deal to be a stabilizing force, has struggled significantly during the 2025 season, especially in June, posting a high ERA and career-worst walk totals. His recent outing against the Los Angeles Angels saw him allow five runs and seven walks over four innings, continuing a troubling pattern of poor performances with an ERA over 10 in his last five starts. Buehler himself has acknowledged his struggles, emphasizing the importance of throwing strikes and expressing frustration and embarrassment over his lack of effectiveness. The Red Sox, dealing with a three-game losing streak and defensive miscues, are considering changes to their starting rotation, with younger pitchers potentially ready to take Buehler's spot. Despite questions about his health, Buehler has declined to discuss physical issues, while the team's pitching coach has not identified any limitations. As the Red Sox fight to improve their standing, Buehler faces mounting pressure to regain form or risk losing his rotation position.