TODAY: The Purple Sox formally introduced Hendriks’ reinstatement from the injured record, and Dobbins was certainly optioned to Triple-A.
APRIL 18: Liam Hendriks appears to be in line for his Purple Sox debut this weekend. Supervisor Alex Cora informed reporters (together with Ian Browne of MLB.com) that there’s a “good probability” the veteran reliever shall be activated from the 15-day injured record tomorrow. Chris Cotillo of MassLive observes that righty Hunter Dobbins is making ready to go again to Triple-A Worcester after being recalled this afternoon. It appears he’ll be optioned within the corresponding transfer.
Hendriks has not pitched in an MLB common season recreation since present process Tommy John surgical procedure in August 2023. That ended his time with the White Sox, as Chicago purchased out a $15MM membership choice with Hendriks set to overlook most or the entire ’24 season. The Purple Sox added Hendriks on a backloaded two-year take care of a $10MM assure. He made $2MM to complete his rehab final yr and is taking part in on a $6MM wage this season (plus a $2MM buyout on a ’26 mutual choice).
The three-time All-Star tried to make it again final September. Hendriks made six minor league rehab appearances, however the Sox backed off his development when he felt some arm discomfort. He struggled over seven Spring Coaching outings and landed again on the injured record with elbow irritation to start the season. Hendriks was shut down for a number of days and acquired a cortisone shot, however there wasn’t any type of structural harm. He began a rehab stint final Thursday.
Hendriks has labored three scoreless innings in as many appearances between the highest two minor league ranges. He has fanned 5 whereas issuing two walks. His fastball averaged 94 MPH throughout his Triple-A piece. It’s a pleasant rebound from the rocky exhibition play, when he allowed seven runs over 6 1/3 frames.
Coming into camp, Hendriks appeared the favourite to switch Kenley Jansen as Boston’s nearer. Aroldis Chapman had a a lot better Spring Coaching to seize the ninth inning. Chapman is 4-4 in save alternatives and has solely allowed one run over 7 1/3 frames, so he’ll stay the nearer. Hendriks will be a part of Justin Slaten and Garrett Whitlock as setup choices from the fitting facet.
