Scouting Report: Jake Bennett
Boston Red Sox | SP
Overall
Summary
Jake Bennett is a 25-year-old left-handed pitcher (6'6") who was traded to the Boston Red Sox in December 2025. He made his MLB debut on May 1, 2026, against the Houston Astros, earning a win by allowing 1 run on 5 hits with 3 strikeouts and 3 walks over 5 innings. In his second start on May 7 against Tampa Bay, he posted a 4.35 ERA over 10.1 innings across two starts with a 9.5% strikeout rate and 9.5% walk rate. Bennett was dominant in Triple-A Worcester with a 0.86 ERA over 5 starts with 16 strikeouts. He was optioned back to Triple-A after his second start as the Red Sox rotation became healthier with Sonny Gray returning from the IL. Bennett features a plus changeup and good fastball velocity, using his large frame effectively on the mound.
Strengths
- Strong Triple-A performance (0.86 ERA, 16 K in 5 starts)
- Successful MLB debut with win against Astros (1 ER in 5 IP)
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