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GARRETT WHITLOCK #22 - PITCHER - BOSTON RED SOX
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1.15 WHIP •
1.96 ERA
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1.15 WHIP
1.96 ERA
Red Sox's Garrett Whitlock Enthusiastically Confirms 2025 Role It's been a rough couple of years for Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock, but he's clearly excited for the role he's set to play in 2025.
Returning to bullpen Whitlock (elbow) said Saturday that he will move back to the bullpen in 2025, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.
Impact Whitlock moved to the Red Sox's rotation last season, but he made just four starts before undergoing season-ending elbow surgery in May. He had already been expected to return shortly after the start of the 2025 campaign, but now that he'll no longer need to build up to a starter's workload, the 28-year-old righty could make his season debut earlier than anticipated.
1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE
Red Sox hope their offseason has produced a deeper pitching staff and (maybe) a 6-man rotation
The Boston Red Sox struggled to come up with five dependable starting pitchers last seasonDECEMBER 31, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Expected to pitch most of 2025 Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said Monday that he expects Whitlock (elbow) to pitch most, if not all, of the 2025 season, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.
Impact Breslow lumped Whitlock together with Lucas Giolito (elbow) in discussing the rehabs of the two pitchers, and Giolito should have the better shot of the two to be ready for Opening Day since he had his internal brace procedure two months earlier. Although, Whitlock could be used in relief in 2025, which could conceivably shorten his timetable.
DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
All-Star left-hander Garrett Crochet acquired by Red Sox from White Sox for prospects
All-Star left-hander Garrett Crochet has been acquired by the Boston Red Sox from the Chicago White Sox for four prospectsDECEMBER 11, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Multi-inning relief role possible Red Sox chief of baseball operations Craig Breslow suggested Whitlock (elbow) could be used as a multi-inning reliever in 2025, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports, "He was very...
Impact Whitlock underwent an internal bracing procedure last May and may best be deployed out of the bullpen. Following a successful 2021 as a multi-inning reliever, Whitlock spent the next three seasons in a hybrid starter/reliever role but dealt with injuries. As the Red Sox talk about adding a front-end starter this offseason, it makes sense from a health and workload-management perspective for Whitlock to work out of the bullpen in 2025. In four seasons as a reliever, Whitlock has a 2.65 ERA and 10.2 K/9 ratio over 132.2 innings.
DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Red Sox know likely role for Garrett Whitlock but big 9th-inning question looms The Red Sox have a plan in place when it comes to Garrett Whitlock. There's less certainty when it comes to who will replace Kenley Jansen i...
DECEMBER 10, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM
Role for 2025 undecided Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said Tuesday that the team is undecided on what role Whitlock (elbow) will fill in 2025, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.
Impact Breslow added that he does plan to define Whitlock's role eventually, but factoring into the decision will be what happens with other potential pitching additions the club makes this offseason. Whitlock underwent an internal brace procedure in May and is likely to get a late start to 2025 regardless of the role he fills, although the rehab would take longer if the Red Sox elect to stretch him out to be in the rotation.
NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Starting throwing program Thursday Whitlock (elbow) will begin a throwing program Thursday, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.
Impact It will be the beginning of a long throwing progression as he works his way back from an internal bracing procedure, which he had in May. It's not yet clear what role the Red Sox have in mind for Whitlock in 2025, but that could affect how soon he might be available to pitch for them.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Garrett Whitlock Jimmy Fund Visit | 08/14/2024 Garrett Whitlock visits patients at the Jimmy Fund
AUGUST 16, 2024 • MLB.COM
How Tim Wakefield Inspired Garrett Whitlock's Commitment To Jimmy Fund Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock explained how his commitment to the Jimmy Fund was inspired by the late, great Tim Wakefield.
AUGUST 13, 2024 • NESN.COM
Done for season after procedure Whitlock (elbow) underwent an internal bracing procedure Thursday and will not pitch again in 2024, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports.
Impact Whitlock avoided Tommy John reconstruction surgery and instead had an internal bracing procedure on his right elbow UCL. The surgery was performed by Dr. Jeffrey Dugas at the Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopedics Center in Birmingham, Ala. The right-hander is expected to make a full recovery, which could take between 10 and 12 months. A return at some point during the 2025 season is expected. Whitlock's 2024 season ended after four starts; he had a 1.96 ERA and 1.15 WHIP over 18.1 innings.
MAY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Undergoing surgery Thursday Whitlock (elbow) will undergo internal brace surgery Thursday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
Impact The Red Sox haven't laid out an official timeline for Whitlock's return, but the 27-year-old righty has expressed optimism that he will be able to return for the start of the 2025 season. He will close the book on 2024 with a 1.96 ERA and 1.15 WHIP alongside a 17:7 K:BB through 18.1 innings over four starts.
MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Garrett Whitlock on his season being over | 05/25/2024 Garrett Whitlock discusses his season coming to an end, wanting to be the best teammate he can, seeing the doctor for his approach and more
MAY 26, 2024 • MLB.COM
Garrett Whitlock takes head-on approach to another injury ending season with Red Sox - The Boston Globe Whitlock feels a connection to local fans. "Boston is a city built on resilience. It’s a city built on determination and hard work. I feel l...
MAY 25, 2024 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Boston RHP Garrett Whitlock says his season is over with elbow surgery on horizon
Boston Red Sox right-hander Garrett Whitlock said his season is overMAY 25, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Red Sox RHP Garrett Whitlock (elbow) to miss remainder of 2024 Boston Red Sox right-hander Garrett Whitlock told reporters on Saturday that he miss the remainder of the season to undergo an elbow procedu...
MAY 25, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Red Sox RHP Garrett Whitlock (elbow) to miss remainder of 2024 Boston Red Sox right-hander Garrett Whitlock told reporters on Saturday that he miss the remainder of the season to undergo an elbow procedu...
MAY 25, 2024 • THESTATE.COM
MLB Notebook: Garrett Whitlock at crossroads as Red Sox rotation thins further Garrett Whitlock is likely done until next season, leaving the Red Sox with limited depth in their rotation. Also, the Yankees are vowing to...
MAY 24, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM
Decision on surgery coming next week Whitlock is scheduled to visit Dr. Jeff Dugas in Birmingham, Ala. on May 30, at which point a decision will be made whether he'll require surgery to address his right elbow sprain,...
Impact Whitlock was originally placed on the 15-day injured list April 17 with a left oblique strain, but the health of his pitching elbow is now the Red Sox's chief concern after he sustained the injury in his lone rehab start for Triple-A Worcester last Wednesday. He's reportedly dealing with damage to his UCL, so while the early expectation is that he'll need some kind of procedure to address the injury, he'll first consult with Dr. Dugas to see if rest and rehab is a viable treatment plan. Even if Whitlock is able to avoid surgery, he's still likely looking at an extended absence and likely won't be ready to rejoin the Red Sox until the second half of the season even in a best-case scenario.
MAY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock has ligament damage, surgery likely After suffering discomfort in his elbow following a rehab start, Garrett Whitlock is expected to go under the knife.
MAY 21, 2024 • BOSTON.COM
Expected to require surgery Whitlock has damage in his left UCL and will likely need surgery, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
Impact Whitlock was shut down from throwing after he reported soreness in his right elbow Wednesday, and after further evaluation, it's been discovered that he has ligament damage. The right-hander will see a doctor in Birmingham later in the week, as he could be in the process of seeking a second opinion before electing surgery.
MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Red Sox announce Garrett Whitlock shut down with elbow soreness Instead of coming off the injured list and rejoining the Red Sox starting rotation, Garrett Whitlock has been shut down with soreness in his...
MAY 17, 2024 • BOSTONHERALD.COM
Red Sox shut down Garrett Whitlock after experiencing elbow soreness - The Boston Globe Whitlock experienced elbow soreness Thursday, one day after pitching 4⅔ shutout innings in a rehab start for Triple A Worcester.
MAY 17, 2024 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Garrett Whitlock's rehab start for WooSox spoiled against Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders Garrett Whitlock retired the first seven batters he faced on Wednesday. And after allowing a double to Kevin Smith in the third, sat down se...
MAY 15, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM
