June 3, 2011 at 2:47 PM
Sox call up Tommy Hottovy
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Hottovy, 29, has been in the Red Sox system for eight years, but did little to distinguish himself before this season. With a lowering of his arm slot to a side arm delivery, he has revived his career over 27.0 innings between Portland and Pawtucket this season. In 14 total appearances he posted a 1.67 ERA with 1 more strikeout than inning pitched, and only 5 walks and 16 hits allowed. He did not allow a hit in 4.0 innings against left-handed batters this season in Triple-A.
Hill had been dominant in 8.0 innings with the Red Sox this year, allowing only 3 hits and no runs with 12 strikeouts. However, the Massachusetts-native's season appears to have been cut short when he released a pitch on June 1 and immediately clutched his elbow in pain. Reports indicate Tommy John surgery is very likely.