Red Sox's Oviedo's Velocity Down 2.5 mph, Still Healthy

Johan Oviedo's 93.0‑mph fastballs in his first start were 2.5 mph slower than last season's 95.5 mph average, and he gave up four runs, six hits, two homers and one walk in 3 2/3 innings against the Astros. Despite the dip, manager Alex Cora said Oviedo is healthy and will be used as a bulk reliever, noting his past Tommy John surgery and lat strain. The 28‑year‑old has one minor‑league option left if the team wants to move him to Triple‑A for a structured starter schedule.