JOELY RODRÍGUEZ NEWS

Cleared for 2023 debut The Red Sox reinstated Rodriguez (oblique) from the 15-day injured list Monday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Rodriguez is ready to make his 2023 MLB debut after spending the first six weeks of the season recovering from a right oblique strain suffered in spring training. The veteran southpaw was sharp over his five-appearance rehab assignment between Double-A Portland and Triple-A Worcester, striking out nine and walking just one batter while allowing an earned run across five innings. He'll likely be a factor in the mid-to-late innings for Boston and could have some intrigue in AL-only leagues that count holds as a category.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good chance to be activated Monday Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters that Rodriguez (oblique) has a good chance of being activated before Monday's game against Seattle, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Re...

Impact Rodriguez has not been able to pitch for the Red Sox this season after suffering an oblique strain in the Grapefruit League. The left-hander pitched well in his rehab assignment with a 1.69 ERA over five innings in five appearances with a 0.94 WHIP and a 9:1 K:BB. Once active, Rodriguez should be a mid-to-late inning option for the Boston bullpen.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be activated Monday Rodriguez (oblique) will have another up/down session with Double-A Portland on Saturday and he should be activated off the 15-day injured list Monday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athleti...

Impact Rodriguez has pitched well in his three rehab appearances so far with six strikeouts over three scoreless innings. The left-hander has missed the entirety of the season with an oblique strain, but it appears he'll be ready to help the Boston bullpen in the early portion of next week.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Rodriguez (oblique) is expected to be activated by the end of the weekend or early next week, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Rodriguez has made three rehab appearances so far, striking out six over three scoreless frames. He's been out all season with a severe oblique strain.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins rehab assignment Rodriguez (oblique) allowed one hit and struck out one over one scoreless inning for Triple-A Worcester on Thursday.

Impact Rodriguez made his first appearance on rehab assignment. The 31-year-old lefty has been out of commission since a mid-March Grapefruit League game.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for rehab assignment Rodriguez (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester on Thursday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Rodriguez has been out all season while working his way back from a strained oblique but is finally ready to test things out in game action. The left-handed reliever would figure to need a handful of rehab appearances before being activated.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Beginning rehab assignment soon Rodriguez (oblique) will start a rehab assignment this week, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Rodriguez has missed the first month of the 2023 campaign while dealing with an oblique strain he suffered during Grapefruit League play. The left-hander will likely need a handful of games at least before he's ready to rejoin the Boston bullpen, but he'll be a welcome addition considering how many injuries the Red Sox pitching staff has dealt with in 2023.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws in bullpen Rodriguez (oblique) threw a bullpen session Friday, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

Impact Red Sox manager Alex Cora was positive about the results and said Rodriguez will next throw live batting practice. The reliever opened the season on the 15-day injured list.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws another side session Rodriguez (oblique) threw a bullpen session Monday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Rodriguez has thrown two bullpen sessions over the last few days and appears to be nearing a rehab assignment. He's been on the 15-day injured list since suffering a Grade 2 oblique strain on March 18 and remains without a firm timetable for a return.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses bullpen session Boston manger Alex Cora said Rodriguez (oblique) threw a bullpen session in Fort Myers (Fla.) on Friday.

Impact Rodriguez has been working his way back from the injury, first throwing off flat ground in early April followed by playing catch up to 75 feet. Presumably, Rodriguez will begin a rehab assignment soon and a May return is likely.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throwing from 75 feet Rodriguez (oblique) is throwing from 75 feet away, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Rodriguez began a throwing program in the early part of April as he recovers from the oblique strain that has sidelined him since before the season. The left-hander will hopefully start throwing bullpen sessions soon, and then likely will need to make a handful of rehab appearances before joining the bullpen in the early part of May.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins throwing Rodriguez (oblique) has begun a throwing program, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Rodriguez is reportedly feeling much better after straining his oblique on March 18, and resuming throwing is a step in the right direction in his rehab process, but Red Sox manager Alex Cora still has no timetable in place for his return. A target return date will likely come closer to whenever Rodriguez is once again able to face hitters.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins season on IL The Red Sox placed Rodriguez (oblique) on the 15-day injured list Thursday.

Impact Though Rodriguez won't go on the 60-day IL to begin the season, he's expected to miss more than the minimum 15 days while he recovers from the Grade 2 right oblique strain he suffered March 18. Rodriguez has shown improvement since suffering the injury but hasn't initiated a throwing program, and the Red Sox likely won't offer a target date for his return from the IL until he's at the point in his rehab where he's facing hitters.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still no timetable for return Rodriguez (oblique) has no official timetable in place for his return, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Recent reports have said Rodriguez is already beginning to feel better after suffering a Grade 2 oblique strain on March 18, but he should still miss a good chunk of April. He will almost certainly be placed on the 10-day IL to start the year, which would open up a spot for Raimel Tapia to make the Opening Day roster as a backup outfielder.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go on 60-day IL Rodriguez (oblique) is not expected to be placed on the 60-day injured list, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Rodriguez will need an IL stint after being diagnosed with a Grade 2 right oblique strain, but he's already reported improvement so the Red Sox don't want to rule him out for two months. It will probably still be a little while before a clear timetable is known, though.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Already feeling better Rodriguez has been able to rotate and stretch in the days since suffering a Grade 2 right oblique strain, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact The pitcher isn't sure about a timetable for his return but is encouraged by his progress so far. A Grade 2 oblique strain usually costs players at least 3-4 weeks of action, so Rodriguez could still miss a large chunk of April, if not more.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with Grade 2 oblique strain Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Monday that Rodriguez has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 right oblique strain, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Cora declined to provide a timetable for the reliever when asked about the matter, but Rodriguez will most likely be sidelined for multiple weeks, if not more than a month. Ryan Sherriff and Oddanier Mosqueda are expected to challenge for a left-handed reliever role with Boston while Rodriguez recuperates.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to begin year on IL Red Sox manager Alex Cora believes that Rodriguez (torso) will likely begin the season on the injured list, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Cora said that Rodriguez will undergo imaging in the coming days, but that it's highly likely the left-hander will start the year on the shelf. The southpaw left Saturday's Grapefruit League game with right torso pain, and multiple reporters noted that he appeared to be in considerable pain. With Rodriguez out, Cora mentioned Ryan Sherriff and Oddanier Mosqueda as possibilities to open the season with Boston as southpaw bullpen options.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed with right torso pain Rodriguez left Saturday's Grapefruit League appearance with right torso pain, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Rodriguez looked to be in significant pain when he left the outing, and was grabbing at his side. The left-hander will likely need to undergo testing to determine the severity of the injury. If healthy, Rodriguez is expected to be a middle-relief option for Boston in 2023.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with potential injury Rodriguez left Saturday's Grapefruit League appearance while grabbing his hip, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Rodriguez walked off the mound on his own accord, but appeared to be favoring his right hip. There should be an update on his status shortly.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to pitch this week Red Sox manager Alex Cora confirmed Rodriguez (shoulder) will make his Grapefruit League debut this week, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact According to Abraham, despite having not yet appeared in a spring game, Rodriguez isn't considered behind Boston's other relievers, as the team is just taking extra precaution with the southpaw following his offseason shoulder surgery. Rodriguez, who compiled a 4.47 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and 57:26 K:BB in 50.1 innings with the Mets in 2022, will most likely fill a middle-innings role for Boston during the upcoming campaign.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws Friday Rodriguez (shoulder) threw a bullpen session Friday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

Impact Rodriguez joins a bullpen that was an area of weakness in 2022, particularly in the area of walks. As such, Boston revamped its crew of relievers, and Rodriguez is a virtual lock to make the team. He's had issues with walks in the past, but Rodriguez has excelled in limiting home runs and had a better FIP (3.23) and SIERA (3.54) than the 4.47 ERA he posted in 55 games with the Mets in 2022.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wednesday's Transactions, Writethru BASEBALL Major League Baseball American League BOSTON RED SOX — Agreed to terms with LHP Joely Rodriguez on a one-year contract.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Wednesday's Transactions BASEBALL Major League Baseball American League BOSTON RED SOX — Agreed to terms with LHP Joely Rodriguez on a one-year contract.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Signed by Red Sox Rodriguez (shoulder) signed a one-year contract with the Red Sox on Wednesday.

Impact Rodriguez will head to Boston after spending the 2022 campaign with the Mets, posting a 4.47 ERA and 1.35 WHIP with 57 strikeouts over 50.1 innings in 55 appearances. The 31-year-old sustained a shoulder injury in the postseason, the severity of which has yet to be disclosed, though he seems likely to be ready to go for spring training in February. Rodriguez will provide the Red Sox with another left-handed arm out of the bullpen. Based on his performance in 2023, the team has a club option to retain him for an additional season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE