If that was Clay Buchholz at his worst, somebody get this kid to the majors.

Despite allowing a two-run homer to Cole Armstrong that resulted in boos from McCoy Stadium, Buchholz overpowered Knights hitters in his four innings of work. After getting Wilson Betemit to strike out swinging to end the eighth, the PawSox righty totaled six K’s in relief of PawSox starter John Smoltz. In total, Buchholz threw 80 pitches, 47 of which were strikes. He allowed two hits and walked two while throwing two wild pitches.

Buchholz has expressed hints of frustration in talking to WEEI.com and NECN in recent weeks. Check back for what Buchholz has to say after what proved to be a sloppy-yet-impressive outing.

After giving up a two-run homer to Knights catcher Cole Armstrong, Clay Buchholz was booed in the sixth inning of Pawtucket’s bout with Charlotte. The PawSox still lead the Knights, 5-3, in a game started by John Smoltz.