Jovani Moran News: Bound for Worcester

The Red Sox are expected to option Moran to Triple-A Worcester on Thursday, Tim Healey of The Boston Globe reports.

Moran never appeared in a game after being recalled Tuesday, and he's now due to head back to Triple-A to clear a roster spot for Justin Slaten (shoulder), who will be activated from the 60-day injured list Thursday. Moran has given up three earned runs in four innings with the big club this season, and his 3.54 ERA at Worcester keeps him in play for another promotion in September.