Grant Taylor takes ball for 9th in Cleveland

Hudson and Martin warming behind him

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 48m1 min read

Grant Taylor has the ball to begin the 9th. The Sox also have Hudson & Martin warming. High drama in Cleveland. Via @jonmorosi on X

What happened: Grant Taylor opened the 9th two days after a 42-pitch outing. Hudson and Martin warmed alongside him in Cleveland.

Why it matters: October outs carry series weight with the postseason underway. Staying with Taylor tests short-rest recovery while two arms stay ready for a switch.

By the numbers: Taylor struck out six without a walk in his four-inning postseason save, throwing 34 strikes on 42 pitches.

What to watch: The next batter will show whether Taylor finishes or gives way to Hudson or Martin.

Sources

@jonmorosi 2026-10-06T10:08:23.014754+00:00

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