Garrett Whitlock - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Records first save Whitlock picked up the save in Monday's 6-3 victory over Washington. He allowed a hit and no walks while striking out two over a scoreless inning.

Impact With Aroldis Chapman presumably unavailable after pitching in each of the previous two days, Whitlock was called upon in the ninth inning and got the job done to secure his first save of the season. Since returning June 9 from a stint on the injured list due to left knee inflammation, the right-hander has allowed one run across eight innings with a 7:0 K:BB. Overall, Whitlock owns a 2.60 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 32:6 K:BB across 27.2 innings while serving as one of Boston's highest-leverage relievers, though he isn't likely to see regular save opportunities while Chapman is in the picture.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Holds lead Saturday Whitlock earned a hold Saturday, retiring all three batters faced on seven pitches (five strikes) in the eighth inning of a 4-1 win over the Yankees.

Impact Whitlock preserved the lead for closer Aroldis Chapman, recording his third hold in the last four outings and 12th of the season. Since returning from the injured list June 9, the right-handed setup reliever has allowed one run on six hits with zero walks while striking out five over seven innings. If the Red Sox end up trading Chapman -- very likely -- Whitlock is in position to take over as Boston's closer.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox beat the Rockies 5-2 behind Sonny Gray's 11 strikeouts

Wilyer Abreu and Nate Eaton drove in two runs each to back an 11-strikeout performance from Sonny Gray and the Boston Red Sox beat the Colorado Rockies 5-2

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Wilyer Abreu, Connelly Early lead the Red Sox past the Mariners, 5-1

Wilyer Abreu hit a two-run homer, Connelly Early gave up two hits and a run in six innings and the Boston Red Sox beat the Seattle Mariners 5-1 on Saturday night

JUNE 21 • Associated Press

Rafaela's clutch single sends the Red Sox to a 6-3 victory over the Rangers

Ceddanne Rafaela’s two-run single snapped a tie in the seventh inning as the Boston Red Sox beat the Texas Rangers 6-3

JUNE 13 • Associated Press

Back from IL The Red Sox reinstated Whitlock (knee) from the 15-day injured list Tuesday, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact The left-hander has been dealing with knee inflammation for the past couple weeks but is ready to rejoin the big-league roster after a short stay on the shelf. Whitlock has been filling a high-leverage relief role for Boston this season and should reclaim that role now that he's healthy. He's posted a 3.20 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 25:6 K:BB across 19.2 innings with a 3-1 record and 10 holds in 20 appearances.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to rejoin team Tuesday Whitlock (knee) is likely to be activated Tuesday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Whitlock's one rehab appearance at Triple-A Worcester on Saturday is all the right-hander needed. He'll rejoin the Red Sox in Tampa for the middle game of a three-game set at Tropicana Field.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for rehab assignment Whitlock (knee) will embark on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester on Saturday, Tim Healey of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Whitlock is ready to next the next step in his recovery from left knee inflammation that led to him being placed on the 15-day injured list in late May. Red Sox manager Chad Tracy relayed that how Whitlock's knee reacts following Saturday's Triple-A game will determine whether the right-hander will need just one rehab outing before being activated from the IL.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox's Struggles Now Have Garrett Whitlock in Trade Rumors The Boston Red Sox righty could be someone to watch ahead of the 2026 trade deadline now.

JUNE 5 • SI.COM

Throws side session Whitlock (knee) "felt really good" while throwing a side session Tuesday, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact The right-hander was shut down from throwing for a few days late last week after experiencing some knee discomfort following an injection, but he's now returned to mound work with no issues. Whitlock landed on the shelf May 28 due to knee inflammation and may not need an extended stay on the IL if he continues building his throwing program back up with no further issues.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE

Shutting down from throwing Whitlock (knee) threw from flat ground Thursday but has been shut down after experiencing discomfort, MLB.com reports.

Impact Whitlock attempted to throw after getting a pain-killing injection, but it appears he starting throwing too soon. As a result, the right-hander will be shut down for a period of three or four days. Despite the setback, the club believes his stay on the 15-day injured list should be for the minimum. Whitlock is eligible to return June 9.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 29 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Acuña hits grand slam and Sale beats former team again as Braves trounce Red Sox 10-2

Ronald Acuña Jr. hit his fourth career grand slam and Chris Sale struck out eight in five innings against his former team as the Atlanta Braves defeated the Boston Red Sox 10-2

MAY 28 • Associated Press

Red Sox place reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list with left knee inflammation

The Boston Red Sox have placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list with left knee inflammation

MAY 28 • Associated Press

Placed on IL with knee inflammation The Red Sox placed Whitlock on the 15-day injured list Thursday with left knee inflammation, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Whitlock had been unavailable to pitch the last few days after hurting his knee on a wet mound during his last appearance Sunday versus the Twins. The Red Sox wanted to give him time to improve in hopes that he could avoid the injured list, but ultimately a roster move was required. Tyler Samaniego is absorbing Whitlock's spot on the roster and in the bullpen.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox' Garrett Whitlock dealing with knee soreness after slipping on wet mound Red Sox setup man Garrett Whitlock is day-to-day with left knee soreness after he slipped on the mound while throwing a warmup pitch during...

MAY 28 • MASSLIVE.COM

Whitlock hoping to avoid IL after hyperextending left knee during warmup BOSTON -- Playing in slick and muddy conditions in Sunday’s 6-5 loss to the Twins, Red Sox ace setup man Garrett Whitlock paid the price and...

MAY 27 • MLB.COM

Red Sox fans blindsided by potential freak injury to Garrett Whitlock Ahead of their second game against the Atlanta Braves on May 27, the Boston Red Sox revealed surprising injury news regarding Garrett Whitlo...

MAY 27 • BOSOXINJECTION.COM

Unavailable due to sore knee Whitlock has been unavailable to pitch since tweaking his left knee on a wet mound in his last appearance Sunday against the Twins, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

Impact Whitlock underwent an MRI, which came back negative. The Red Sox do not anticipate the reliever requiring a stint on the injured list, but they would like to avoid using Whitlock for a few more days to allow for additional rest. Whitlock has collected a 3.20 ERA, nine holds and a 25:6 K:BB over 19.2 innings in a setup role for Boston this season.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox reactions: Sonny Gray, Garrett Whitlock falter as Twins finish off Fenway sweep The Red Sox lost again Sunday — and were swept by the Twins at Fenway. They're 8-17 at home this year.

MAY 24 • MASSLIVE.COM

Duran and Contreras drive in 3 runs apiece as Red Sox beat Royals 7-1

Jarren Duran hit a home run, doubled and drove in three runs, Willson Contreras added two hits and three RBIs, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 7-1

MAY 20 • Associated Press

Rafaela's pinch 2-run homer leads Red Sox over Phillies 3-1 as Schwarber streak stopped

Pinch-hitter Ceddanne Rafaela had a tiebreaking, two-run homer over the Green Monster and the Boston Red Sox beat Philadelphia 3-1 while ending the home run streak of the Phillies’...

MAY 14 • Associated Press

On Mother's Day, Whitlock thankful for 'amazing' wife and reunited family BOSTON – Red Sox right-hander Garrett Whitlock fell in love with his college sweetheart, Jordan, during their days together at the Universit...

MAY 10 • MLB.COM

Clement hits 2-run home run and Valenzuela adds a solo blast as Blue Jays rough up Red Sox 8-1

Ernie Clement hit a two-run home run, Brandon Valenzuela added a solo homer and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 8-1

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Garrett Whitlock pretty much exposed the Red Sox for being a soulless corporation Garrett Whitlock revealed what went down in the meeting about Alex Cora's firing between Boston Red Sox players and upper management, and it...

APRIL 27 • BOSOXINJECTION.COM

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