If we had to choose a phrase to describe Connelly Early‘s entrance into Major League Baseball, it would be “Early, like Connelly,” as the player made an impressive MLB debut with the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday. The buzz generated among analysts and teammates was overwhelmingly positive.
Early demonstrated that his MLB debut was not a moment for nerves. He delivered a commanding performance, striking out 11 batters over 5 innings and securing his first win as a professional pitcher in the league. The Red Sox triumphed over the Oakland Athletics with a decisive 6-0 victory.
Early allowed only five hits, with his superb stats reflecting strong control over the A’s lineup. He conceded zero runs and home runs, finishing with a 0.00 ERA in his debut, an achievement few players manage in such a