Quinn Priester struggles in rotation competition for Red Sox

Quinn Priester, a candidate for the Red Sox starting rotation, struggled in his recent outing, walking three batters in 2.2 innings. He expressed frustration, acknowledging the need to improve his fastball control. Manager Alex Cora emphasized the importance of throwing strikes as Priester competes for one of two open rotation spots. Other candidates include Richard Fitts, Cooper Criswell, and Sean Newcomb. With several pitchers starting the season on the injured list, Priester's performance is critical. He plans to use his emotions to fuel improvement in upcoming starts.