Reds' Chase Burns Struggles in 2nd MLB Start vs Red Sox

Cincinnati Reds pitching prospect Chase Burns experienced a stark contrast between his impressive major league debut and a difficult second start against the Boston Red Sox. After striking out the first five batters he faced in his debut against the New York Yankees, Burns struggled in his road start at Fenway Park, allowing seven runs (five earned) while recording just one out. Burns walked the leadoff batter and was hampered by defensive errors, leading to multiple runs early in the first inning. Despite a valiant comeback effort by the Reds, the early deficit proved insurmountable and the team lost 13-6. The Reds will allow Burns time to adjust and work with pitching coach Derek Johnson before his next start against the Philadelphia Phillies. His challenging second outing came in a historic venue, and some speculation suggested Burns might have been tipping his pitches, which the Red Sox hitters capitalized on.