Red Sox Place Connelly Early On Injured List
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Key Points:
- The Boston Red Sox placed left-hander Connelly Early on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his left elbow, recalling lefty Alec Gamboa from Triple-A Worcester and reinstating Jovani Moran from the IL.
- Early exited his recent start after four innings with elbow discomfort and is set for imaging to assess the injury's severity, with further updates expected from interim manager Chad Tracy.
- Early has been a key contributor to the Sox rotation in 2026, posting a 3.44 ERA over 17 starts and providing consistency in Garrett Crochet’s absence.
- Patrick Sandoval, nearing a return from UCL surgery after missing over two years, may fill Early’s roster spot, easing the Sox’s rotation depth concerns.
- The team appears to be taking a cautious approach with Early’s injury ahead of the All-Star break, prioritizing long-term health for their promising young pitchers.
