Tyler Uberstine is the unlikeliest member of the Red Sox’ spring training roster
The Boston Globe • • general
Key Points:
- At 26, right-handed pitcher Uberstine is on the cusp of the major leagues, included on the Red Sox 40-man roster and set to start in an exhibition game against Northeastern.
- Uberstine’s baseball journey is unconventional: he barely pitched in high school, was initially a non-athlete at USC, and only later pursued Division 1 baseball after transferring to Northwestern.
- Despite setbacks, including being cut from USC’s team and undergoing Tommy John surgery that sidelined him for nearly two years, Uberstine persevered and impressed scouts with his development and versatility.
- The Red Sox drafted him in the 19th round after analyzing his potential, and he steadily advanced through the minors, eventually earning a
