Red Sox send Pauley to Pawtucket

BOSTON --Red Sox rookie pitcher David Pauley, who made three starts in his first call up to Boston, has been optioned to Triple-A Pawtucket, the team announced Monday.

The right-hander was 0-2 with a 7.88 ERA in three starts since being recalled from Double-A Portland. He was 2-3 with a 2.39 ERA in 10 starts with the Sea Dogs.

This will be his first appearance at the Triple-A level.

The Red Sox planned said they would make a move to replace Pauley before Boston opens a three-game series at Minnesota on Tuesday night. Reliever Mike Timlin said Sunday he expected to be activated from the disabled list.

Also Monday, the Red Sox announced that outfielder Gabe Kapler has been promoted from Portland to Pawtucket.