October 6, 2008 The Chicago Sun-Times suggests that Clayton Richard could crack Chicago's rotation out of spring training in 2009.
Our View:If Jose Contreras is healthy enough to return, he could work as a reliever, giving his rotation spot to Richard. The youngster held a 6.04 ERA and 1.55 WHIP over 47.2 innings with the Sox this season.
September 1, 2008 Clayton Richard lost his third game of the season on Monday as he needed 82 pitches to record just 12 outs. Richard allowed the Indians to score four runs, three earned, in the outing.
Our View:Richard isn't at a point where he can impose his will on an offense, and as a result he has allowed 22 earned runs in just 31 innings this season (6.39 ERA).
August 23, 2008 Clayton Richard will likely start Monday's game against Baltimore, according to the AP.
Our View:The Sox and O's will resume a suspended game from April 28 earlier in the evening before Richard's start.
August 19, 2008 Clayton Richard tossed six scoreless innings against the Mariners on Tuesday and earned his first major league win. He allowed five hits, walked one, and struck out two.
Our View:Does it still count if you beat the Mariners? Richard probably needed an ego boost after a rough start to his big league career, and he likely earned at least one more trip through the rotation.
August 18, 2008 Clayton Richard will start Thursday's game against the Mariners, manager Ozzie Guillen told the AP.
Our View:Richard has some impressive minor league digits this year, but his lack of success so far with the Sox makes him a questionable fantasy option, at best.
