Red Sox send Fulmer and Zavala to Triple-A

The Boston Red Sox made additional cuts to their roster as they prepare for the upcoming season. On Friday morning, they announced that right-hander Michael Fulmer and catcher Seby Zavala will not be part of the team when the season begins. Fulmer will begin the season with Triple-A Worcester. He does not have an opt-out clause in his contract. Zavala, however, does have this option and plans to discuss it with his agent later today. Both players were sent down as the team narrows down to its final 26-man roster. With Zavala's departure, Carlos Narváez is set to be the backup catcher behind Connor Wong. Fulmer was considered for a rotation spot but will now add depth as a starter in Triple-A. He is healthy again after recovering from elbow surgery and performed well in spring training. Manager Alex Cora praised Fulmer's pitching skills during camp, noting his ability to throw strikes and change speeds. Zavala, who played 194 career games in the majors, was seen as a contender to back up Wong but lost out to Narváez, who is on the 40-man roster. The Red Sox still have 36 players in camp and must make ten more cuts by Thursday. Decisions remain regarding key positions, including second base and the back end of the rotation. The team might also consider adding depth at first base, particularly after Dom Smith opted out of his deal with the Yankees. Despite potential changes, Cora expressed confidence in the current roster, stating that they have capable players in the pitching staff.