Daniel Bard Among Many MLB Pitchers Who Suddenly Lost Control Posted Jun 21, 2014 Daniel Bard’s downward spiral reached a new low Thursday, as the Texas Rangers released the 28-year-old pitcher following a dreadful stint with the organization’s Single-A affiliate in Hickory, N.C. Bard’s downfall is shocking considering how much promise he showed early in his career with the Boston Red Sox. (NESN)