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Booser went 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA, one save and
43 strikeouts in 43 relief appearances with the Red Sox in his
first season in the majors. The 32-year-old left-hander received
the Tony Conigliaro Award last season for overcoming alcohol
abuse, injuries and a bicycling accident.
The award named for the former Boston outfielder honors a player
who overcame adversity “through the attributes of spirit,
determination, and courage that were trademarks of Tony C.”
He made his major-league debut on April 19 at Pittsburgh at age
31 years and 351 days, becoming the oldest Red Sox player to
debut since Tommy Fine in 1947.
Booser was also the recipient of the Red Sox organization’s Lou
Gorman Award, given annually to a minor league player who has
demonstrated dedication and perseverance in overcoming obstacles
while working his way to the big league club.
Fajardo, 18, originally was signed by the White Sox as an
international free agent in February. He went 1-4 with a 3.91
ERA and 64 strikeouts over 13 starts with the Dominican Summer
League White Sox last season. The right-hander issued only eight
walks and allowed two home runs.
To make room on their 40-man roster, the White Sox designated
outfielder Corey Julks for assignment. Julks, 28, batted .214
with three home runs and 14 RBIs over 66 games with the White
Sox last season.
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