The Boston Red Sox didn't exactly bring their top lineup to Ed Smith Stadium, but they are still giving Brad Bergesen his share of problems.
Through two innings, Bergesen has allowed three runs, five hits and a walk. After stranding two baserunners in the first inning, the Orioles' right-hander got two quick out and appeared to be in line for an easy second. However, Drew Sutton hit a two-out double over the head of left fielder Luke Scott, and Jose Iglesias followed with an RBI single to right.
Jacoby Ellsbury drew a walk, and then Oscar Tejeda hit a two-run triple down the right-field line.
Bergesen has thrown 41 pitches (26 strikes) through two innings. Mark Hendrickson is warming up in the bullpen.
Meanwhile, Red Sox starter Alfredo Aceves has retired all six Orioles he has faced.
UPDATE: Bergesen just had a five-pitch (all strikes) scoreless third innings. He allowed a leadoff single to Will Middlebrooks but then started a double play on his next pitch.
His afternoon is probably done. He allowed three runs on six hits and a walk while striking out two. He threw 31 of his 46 pitches for strikes.
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