# Red Sox Release Inspirational Pitcher After Remarkable Journey Danny Kirwin's unconventional career with Red Sox comes to an end. - **Source:** [Forbes - Business](https://brifing.si/source/e0310925-a7af-4d4b-80a7-c80d400e49fa) - **Published:** 2026-07-21 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/ce1bfac2-3db0-49fd-853d-94db1e220e77 ## An Unusual Success Story Danny Kirwin caught the Red Sox's attention with his performance in independent baseball leagues. His 98 mph fastball in 2024 earned him a contract with Boston, marking a major turning point in his career. ## A Challenging Season The 2026 season proved difficult for Kirwin. He posted a 9.24 ERA with High-A Greenville, leading to his release from the Red Sox organization. ## A Long and Winding Road Before reaching MLB, Kirwin played in various leagues including the New York Collegiate League, Valley League, and Coastal Plain League. His perseverance and patience stood out throughout this journey. ## Caught Scouts' Attention Kirwin impressed during his time with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers in the MLB Draft League, recording 21 strikeouts in 14.2 innings. This performance under manager Dmitri Young brought him to the attention of major league scouts. ## Future of His Career At 26, Kirwin's release doesn't necessarily mean the end of his career. His past success in independent leagues and his velocity could open new doors, though his time with the Red Sox has ended. ## Harsh Realities of Sports Kirwin's story highlights the brutal nature of professional sports. Years of hard work can be undone by one bad season. Yet such stories also remind us how inspiring sports can be. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.forbes.com/sites/peterchawaga/2026/07/21/red-sox-release-fireball-pitching-gem-after-inspiring-journey/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._