The Boston Red Sox are developing young pitchers capable of contributing as soon as next year.

Payton Tolle and Connelly Early arrived to give Boston’s staff a late boost down the stretch, and the rookie southpaws can each make a significant impact in 2026. Some other hurlers may not be far behind.

MLB.com’s Jonathan Mayo identified five Red Sox pitching prospects who could reach the majors next season. The scout could see the following minor leaguers making their way to Boston: Kyson Witherspoon, Luis Perales, David Sandlin, Anthony Eyanson and Hayden Mullins.

Witherspoon ranks No. 89 among MLB.com’s top-100 prospects and second among Red Sox farmhands behind middle infielder Franklin Arias, Tolle and outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia. The 21-year-old could take a fast track to the majors

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