The Boston Red Sox have promoted right-hander Daniel Bard to the Major League club as a member of the bullpen.
John Farrell hopes that his addition is more than just a temporary fix.
"He's here to do just that, perform and be a regular in our bullpen," Farrell said.
Bard was unscored upon in his last five outings (six innings) for the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs.
"The last three outings, he's been much more consistent," Farrell said. "We've made the comment and took the stance in spring training that this was about repeating his delivery. It wasn't so much on the end result, but the results have been there, along with the consistent arm slot and the delivery. With our need to add to the bullpen, he's back here."
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