Dustin May was on the verge of losing his spot in the Dodgers starting rotation when they traded him to the Red Sox.
Major League Baseball’s annual trade deadline is always a whirlwind for players who find themselves dealt midweek, mid-series, or even mid-game.
Or in Dustin May’s case, four days after he pitched at Fenway Park for the first time in his career.
May started last Sunday’s finale between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Boston Red Sox. Six days later, he was back in Boston. This time, wearing Red Sox warmup gear and meeting the press in the home team’s dugout.
“It was definitely a ride of emotions,” May said as he took questions for the first time since the trade. “Definitely sad leaving, because I’ve been there for my whole career, but definitely very, very excited to be joining this organization and help for a playoff push… I couldn’t be more excited and thrilled to be here and be a part of it.”
Though May wasn’t surprised by the trade, the destination was unexpected. But with last weekend still fresh in his mind, he said he was “thrilled.” Having seen the energy as a visiting player, he’s looking forward to getting on the Fenway Faithful’s good side.
