Boston Red Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks showed promising signs during a live batting practice session at Fenway Park on Wednesday, hitting 93-94 mph with his fastball. This marked his third and final scheduled session before potentially heading out on a rehab assignment as he recovers from Tommy John surgery last August. Manager Alex Cora praised Hendriks’ slider against lefties and expressed optimism about his potential contribution to the team’s bullpen once he returns.
While Hendriks may go on a rehab assignment over the weekend, first baseman Triston Casas is not yet ready to be activated, continuing his rehab assignment in Triple-A Worcester. Casas, who has been out with fractured cartilage since April, is working on getting more at-bats before returning to the Red Sox lineup.
In other roster moves, pitcher Cam Booser was placed on the 15-day IL due to elbow inflammation after a tough outing on Tuesday. Cooper Criswell, who is eligible to return from the COVID-related IL on Friday, is feeling well and could rejoin the starting rotation in Baltimore.
Overall, the Red Sox are cautiously optimistic about the progress of their injured players, with a focus on providing adequate support and rehabilitation to ensure their readiness for the future games. This demonstrates the team’s commitment to taking care of their players and prioritizing their health for long-term success on the field.
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