Daily Red Sox Links: Ryan Brasier, Chris Sale, Mike Soroka

Because there is no such thing as too much of this, Chad Jennings has another look back at Dustin Pedroia’s career with the Sox. Was Friday night as difficult for Pedey as it was for me? (Chad Jennings; The Athletic)

Chris Sale continues to make his way back to the mound and hit a big milestone this weekend, facing live batters for the first time since his Tommy John surgery. (Steve Hewitt; Boston Herald)

Ryan Brasier is also working his way back, and the veteran reliever discusses his long road back to the major leagues. (Ian Browne; MLB.com)

North Carolina State was eliminated from the NCAA College World Series due to COVID-19 protocols. Some NC State players are confused and upset with the decision. ( Eric Olson; Seattle Times)

Some big news for the entire league’s context, as Mike Soroka, one of Atlanta’s top pitchers, tore his Achilles tendon again and will miss the rest of the 2021 season. (ESPN.com)