GARRETT WHITLOCK NEWS

Confirmed for start Saturday Whitlock will start Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks, Alex Speier of the Boston Globe reports.

Impact Whitlock will make a return to the rotation after missing over a month with ulnar neuritis in his right forearm. The right-hander has struggled to a 6.19 ERA over his three starts in 2023, but his previous success suggests that he can be an effective fantasy option in the coming months. There is some risk that comes with starting him in his first outing back, but there's plenty of reward potential that comes with it.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett Whitlock has a 'good chance' to return to Red Sox' rotation on Saturday Garrett Whitlock's return means the Red Sox will likely have to shuffle their starting rotation as they might be at full health for the firs...

MAY 21, 2023 • BOSTON.COM

Should return from IL next weekend Manager Alex Cora said Sunday "there's a good chance" Whitlock (elbow) will be activated from the 15-day injured list to start next Sunday against the Diamondbacks, Ian Browne of M...

Impact The 26-year-old made his second rehab start with Triple-A Worcester on Sunday and threw 79 pitches across 4.2 scoreless frames, lining him up to rejoin the big-league rotation next weekend in Arizona. Whitlock is nearly built up to a full starter's workload, so any workload limitations in his first start back with the Red Sox should be minor.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tinkers with changeup The Red Sox identified an issue with Whitlock's (elbow) changeup, and the pitcher has been able to work on it during his rehab, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

Impact Whitlock's changeup was a big pitch for him during his rookie 2021 season. The offering averaged 83.1 mph and opponents went 10-for-54 (.185) with one home run and one double against it. This year, the pitch is averaging 84.9 mph and opponents are 8-for-20 (.400) with two home runs and three doubles. "We noticed [the increased velocity] in Milwaukee before [the injury]. We were talking about it. And we were able to make adjustments. Obviously he had time to work on it. And he felt really, really good about the changeup in the last [rehab start]." Whitlock will make his final rehab start Sunday and it expected to slot into the rotation this coming weekend against the Diamondbacks.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be activated next weekend Whitlock (elbow) will be activated off the 15-day injured list for Boston's series next weekend against the Diamondbacks, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Whitlock is starting Sunday for Triple-A Worcester to conclude his rehab assignment, and then the right-hander will join the team in Anaheim before being activated against the D-Backs; likely Saturday for a start against Arizona. Whitlock struggled to a 6.19 ERA before being placed on the injured list with elbow ulnar neuritis, but he's had plenty of success in the past, and the 26-year-old offers a chance for fantasy success when he's on the mound.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for another rehab start Whitlock (elbow) will make a second rehab start for Triple-A Worcester on Sunday.

Impact Whitlock was impressive his first time out for the WooSox, working four innings and throwing 49 pitches. He could be activated in the days following Sunday's start. The Red Sox are currently on the road, and if Whitlock is activated next week, his return to Boston's rotation could come Friday in Arizona.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong rehab start Whitlock (elbow) allowed one run on five hits and struck out four over four innings for Triple-A Worcester on Tuesday.

Impact Whitlock, who made the first of at least two rehab starts for the WooSox, didn't walk a batter and threw 49 pitches (35 strikes). Pending the outcome of his next start, Whitlock could rejoin the Red Sox next week, at which point manager Alex Cora will have a decision to make. It's presumed Whitlock will enter the starting rotation, but which of the current six starters will move to the bullpen?

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making at least two rehab starts Whitlock (elbow) will make at least two rehab starts before the Red Sox decide whether or not to activate him from the injured list, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Whitlock was hoping to a minimum length stay when he hit the injured list with ulnar neuritis in late April, but he'll need up missing something close to a month at minimum. He's scheduled for starts Tuesday and next Sunday, which means he'd be on schedule to return May 26 against the Diamondbacks.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for rehab assignment Whitlock (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester on Tuesday, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact He might get an additional rehab start after that, as well, which could set him up to rejoin the Red Sox later on this month. Whitlock is working his way back from right elbow ulnar neuritis.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing rehab assignment Whitlock (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment next Tuesday, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact It could be a one-start stint on the farm for Whitlock, who was placed on the injured list April 28 with right elbow ulnar neuritis. He got through a bullpen session Monday without issue and is scheduled to throw a three-inning simulated game Thursday at Fenway Park. The timeline calls for him to return during Boston's next road trip, which begins May 19.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws bullpen Monday Whitlock (elbow) threw a bullpen session in Atlanta on Monday, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Red Sox manager Alex Cora is still not ready to put a timetable on when Whitlock could return, and he told reporters Monday that they'll see how he's progressing. The right-hander was placed on the injured list with right elbow ulnar neuritis, and while it was originally hoped Whitlock would only require a minimum stint, it still seems likely he won't require a long-term absence.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minimum IL stay possible Whitlock (elbow) could return after a minimum stay on the injured list, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Whitlock has been cleared to resume throwing as he makes a swift recovery from right elbow ulnar neuritis. He is eligible for activation from the injured list on May 9 and it sounds like he could return that day or shortly after.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No nerve symptoms in exam Whitlock's follow-up appointment with a doctor on Tuesday revealed no ulnar nerve symptoms during the exam, and he was able to throw 20 pitches from 45 feet away afterwards, Jen Mc...

Impact It's great news for Whitlock, who told reporters after his throwing session that it felt "good to get back on track and get things going again." The Red Sox are hopeful that the right-hander will only miss a couple of starts while dealing with elbow ulnar neuritis, and while it's far from a guarantee the positive prognosis does seem to bode well for those chances.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett Whitlock cleared, resumes throwing as Red Sox notch another big win over Blue Jays The Red Sox took another victory off the team that tormented them in 2022, the Toronto Blue Jays, and got good news about a key starter.

MAY 3, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Undergoing more testing Whitlock (elbow) will undergo more testing Tuesday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Whitlock was initially diagnosed with right elbow ulnar neuritis, but he will be looked at further to rule out any additional issues. The hope had been that the right-hander could make it back after missing just two starts, but that's very tentative.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox rotation might be deep, but it has not been good, and now Garrett Whitlock is lost Poor performance and injuries have plagued the starting group, which is among baseball's worst. Now it has lost Garrett Whitlock.

APRIL 29, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Hopes to miss just two starts Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Friday that the team is hopeful Whitlock (elbow) will miss just two starts, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

Impact Whitlock landed on the injured list Friday with right elbow ulnar neuritis, although he's set to undergo more testing to rule out any additional issues. A return in a couple weeks would be a best-case scenario for the right-hander. Brayan Bello is taking Whitlock's spot in Boston's rotation.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on 15-day IL Whitlock (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list Friday with right elbow ulnar neuritis, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact The right-hander last pitched Saturday, surrendering five run over four innings against the Brewers. The move to the IL is retroactive to April 25 (Tuesday), so if he can make it back in the minimum amount of days, it'll be less than 15 days from now. That being said, considering it's an elbow injury on his throwing arm, it's hard to predict any sort of timetable for Whitlock's return. In the meantime, Brayan Bello was recalled from Triple-A Worcester and will potentially replace Whitlock in the Red Sox rotation, starting with Whitlock's next scheduled start Saturday versus Cleveland.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in loss Whitlock (1-2) took the loss Saturday, allowing five runs on eight hits and one walk over four innings against the Brewers. He struck out one.

Impact Whitlock was shelled Saturday and only picked up one strikeout. Whitlock has had an inconsistent start to 2023, with two starts allowing five runs and one start going seven innings and conceding just a single run. The 26-year-old has a 6.19 ERA in 16 innings this season.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett Whitlock didn't help his bid to stay in starting rotation, getting roughed up in Red Sox' loss to Brewers - The Boston Globe Whitlock allowed five runs on eight hits over four innings.

APRIL 23, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Garrett Whitlock's five strikeouts | 04/16/2023 Garrett Whitlock strikes out five batters in seven innings of work during his superb start vs. the Angels

APRIL 16, 2023 • MLB.COM

Garrett Whitlock's five strikeouts | 04/16/2023 Garrett Whitlock strikes out five batters in seven innings of work during his superb start vs. the Angels

APRIL 16, 2023 • MLB.COM

Garrett Whitlock's strong outing propels Red Sox to 2-1 win over Angels for third straight win Garrett Whitlock allowed just one run in seven innings in his second start of the season. Read more on Boston.com.

APRIL 16, 2023 • BOSTON.COM

Seven strong innings in win Whitlock (1-1) earned the win Sunday, allowing one run on three hits and two walks over seven innings in a 2-1 win over the Angels. He struck out five.

Impact Whitlock's lone blemish came in the second inning on a leadoff double by Anthony Rendon and a two-out, RBI single by Brandon Drury. Aside from that, the young right-hander was superb through seven innings and earned his first win of the season. Whitlock was knocked around in his season debut, but he got back on track Sunday and will look to build off his strong performance during his next start, which is tentatively scheduled for the finale of a three-game set in Baltimore.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whitlock, Turner help Red Sox make short work of Angels, 2-1

Garrett Whitlock threw seven innings of one-run ball, Justin Turner hit a two-run homer and the Boston Red Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 in a game that lasted less than two h...

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS