Red Sox Activate Garrett Whitlock From 15-Day Injured List
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Key Points:
- The Boston Red Sox activated right-handed pitcher Garrett Whitlock from the 15-day injured list, replacing Wyatt Olds who was optioned to Triple-A Worcester.
- Whitlock had been sidelined since August 9 due to elbow inflammation, marking his second injury stint this season after previously missing time with left knee inflammation.
- Whitlock has posted impressive stats this season, including a 2.05 ERA, 29.2% strikeout rate, and elite metrics in barrel and chase rates, making him a key part of Boston’s top-ranked bullpen.
- The Red Sox bullpen, featuring Whitlock and other relievers like Tyron Guerrero and Aroldis Chapman, played a major role in the team’s 32-5 record from late June to early August.
- This strong bullpen performance helped Boston climb from last place in the AL East to secure the second wild card spot heading into today’s doubleheader against the Yankees.
