Watson's Rule Five Gamble: Red Sox's Bullpen Pressure

0:00It's March 23rd. This is MLB News today. Your AI-powered source for everything MLBing. Boston Red Sox right-hander Ryan Watson has earned a spot on the opening day roster. The 28-year-old minor league veteran was selected from the San Francisco Giants in the Rule 5 draft last December, so he either made the team or would have been returned. Earlier this week, the Red Sox gave him the good news, according to a report from Mass Live. Watson's spring training stats were not standout. He allowed seven earned runs over 11 1-3 innings with seven strikeouts, but they got him through the competition. Now the dynamic has flipped, putting pressure on both Watson and the team. To keep his rights, Boston must keep him on the active roster or injured list for the full season, with no option to send him to the minors. If he falters, the Giants could reclaim him after a designation for assignment. Meanwhile, the Red Sox have death waiting in Tribal A, including veteran Tommy Conley

1:01and pictures like Kyle Keller and Tyron Guerrero. Watson's under the microscope as he joins the bullpen, but strong outings could turn this Rule 5 gamble into a real asset for Boston this year.