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Gray Faces Yankees in Wild Card Game 2
Sonny Gray pitches for Red Sox in Game 2 as Yankees lead Wild Card series.
In brief
Sonny Gray pitches for Red Sox in Game 2 as Yankees lead Wild Card series. Sonny Gray starts Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series against the Yankees after a trade from the Yankees, with the Red Sox facing elimination. Originally reported by Mlb.
Gray's Trade Motivation
Sonny Gray said going to a place where it's easy to hate the Yankees felt good for his trade deal.
“go to a place now where it's easy to hate the Yankees”
Gray's Yankees Experience
Gray spent 2017 and 2018 with Yankees after trade from A's, then went to Reds in 2018.
Gray's Current Challenge
Gray starts Game 2 as Red Sox face elimination in American League Wild Card Series.
Gray's Pre-Game Statement
Gray said he won't control reception but will compete to win a game in playoff atmosphere.
“I'm not going to sit here and try to control something that I can't control because I ultimately have no control over that”
Gray's Growth in New York
Gray described time in New York as a 'snowball' that made him a stronger person and better pitcher.
“a snowball with a lot of outside this, outside that, unfamiliarity with me and my situation and my family”
Gray's Recent Performance
Gray led MLB with 18 wins in 29 starts for Red Sox, 2.72 ERA in 2023 with Twins.
What matters most
Sonny Gray starts Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series against the Yankees after a trade from the Yankees, with the Red Sox facing elimination.
