Red Sox reliever Liam Hendriks made an impressive return to the mound in his first rehab outing for Triple-A Worcester on Sunday. Coming back from Tommy John surgery, the 35-year-old pitched a perfect fifth inning against Lehigh Valley, showcasing his strong fastball and off-speed pitches. Manager Alex Cora praised Hendriks’ performance, noting that he will be a valuable addition to the bullpen once fully recovered. Hendriks, who has won two AL Rivera Reliever awards and earned three All-Star selections, has faced challenges in recent years, including overcoming Stage 4 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and suffering a torn ulnar collateral ligament. Despite these setbacks, he has shown resilience and determination in his return to the field. The Red Sox signed Hendriks in February to a two-year, $10 million deal with additional performance bonuses. With Hendriks showing promise in his rehab outing, there is hope that he will soon be able to contribute to the team’s success once again.
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