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Activated from bereavement Boston activated Whitlock from the bereavement list ahead of Sunday's game against the Orioles, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Whitlock was excused from the Red Sox for a week as he dealt with a private family mater. He'll return Sunday to a multi-inning relief role, with Joe Jacques getting optioned out to Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding roster move.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes on bereavement list The Red Sox placed Whitlock on the bereavement list Sunday, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Whitlock will sit out at least three games -- and no more than seven -- as he tends to more important matters. Brennan Bernardino was activated from the COVID-19 IL in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLB Notebook: Lost seasons by Tanner Houck, Garrett Whitlock helped doom Red Sox The Red Sox were counting on Tanner Houck and Garrett Whitlock to be big pieces of their starting rotation this year. But thanks to injuries...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Works around traffic Whitlock allowed two hits and a walk while striking out one over two scoreless innings in Wednesday's 7-5 extra-inning win over Houston.

Impact Whitlock had traffic on the bases in each of his two innings but was able to work around it. That included a nifty sliding catch of Alex Bregman's popup in foul territory. The play was officially ruled batter interference, because Bregman impeded catcher Connor Wong's ability to make the play. The game also featured Boston closer Kenley Jansen leaving due to a hamstring injury. Pending the severity of that, Whitlock, a trusted setup arm, could be used for save opportunities.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett Whitlock's nice catch | 08/23/2023 Garrett Whitlock makes a nice catch in foul territory for the second out of the bottom of the 7th inning

AUGUST 24, 2023 • MLB.COM

Grabs win in return Whitlock (5-3) earned the win in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Tigers. He allowed one unearned run while striking out three over two hitless innings.

Impact It was an impressive return for Whitlock, who'd been sidelined since July 4 with a bone bruise in his elbow. The 27-year-old right-hander made 10 starts for the Red Sox earlier this year, though he figures to work out of the bullpen going forward. Overall, Whitlock sports a 5.03 ERA with a 1.27 WHIP and 50:7 K:BB across 53.2 innings this season.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett Whitlock, fresh off IL, wastes no time in contributing in old role To say it's been a frustrating season for Garrett Whitlock would be an understatement. On Sunday, he was activated from his third IL stint a...

AUGUST 13, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Activated from IL The Red Sox activated Whitlock (elbow) from the 15-day injured list Sunday, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Whitlock has been on the injured list since July 4 with a bone bruise in his right elbow. He holds a 5.23 ERA and 1.32 WHIP through 51.2 innings but looked sharp during his rehab outing, throwing 2.1 scoreless innings while striking out three batters with Triple-A Worcester. Whitlock is expected to join the Sox's bullpen as a multi-inning reliever.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Sale is back in pitching mix for Red Sox, with Tanner Houck and Garrett Whitlock soon to follow - The Boston Globe While Houck will return as starter, potentially next week in Houston, Whitlock is set to join the bullpen Sunday for the series finale again...

AUGUST 12, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

On track for Sunday Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Whitlock (elbow) is on track to return Sunday, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Whitlock pitched well in his rehab debut Wednesday with Triple-A Worcester, striking out three of the nine batters he faced over 2.1 scoreless frames. Out since early July due to a bone bruise in his right elbow, the 27-year-old is expected to operate as a multi-inning reliever down the stretch. He could happen into some wins and a save or two in that role.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox's Garrett Whitlock Looking To 'Contribute' In Any Role Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock continues to work toward returning to Boston and doesn't have his eye on fulfilling any specific role.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • NESN.COM

Looks sharp in rehab outing Whitlock (elbow) struck out three and surrendered two hits while walking none in 2.1 scoreless innings in his rehab appearance Wednesday for Triple-A Worcester. He also hit a batte...

Impact Whitlock pumped in 33 of his 46 pitches for strikes while allowing only three of the nine batters he faced to reach base, with both of the hits he allowed being of the soft-contact variety. The strong rehab outing was exactly what the Red Sox wanted to see from Whitlock, who was making his first appearance since July 2 after missing the past five weeks with a bone bruise in his right elbow. Before being placed on the 15-day injured list, Whitlock had served as a starter for the Red Sox, but he'll be rejoining the club as a multi-inning reliever. Assuming he checks out fine after being evaluated following Wednesday's rehab appearance, Whitlock will likely be activated from the IL ahead of Sunday's game against the Tigers.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to be activated Sunday Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Whitlock (elbow) is expected to be reinstated from the 15-day injured list Sunday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Before being activated, Whitlock will make just one three-inning rehab appearance, which will come Wednesday at Triple-A Worcester. Cora reiterated Monday that Whitlock will be returning to the Red Sox in a relief role, though the organization isn't necessarily pulling the plug on moving the right-hander back to the rotation in 2024. While the move to the bullpen likely lessens his overall fantasy appeal so long as closer Kenley Jansen is available for save situations, Whitlock could still have some value as a ratio stabilizer in a multi-inning relief role. Over 112.2 career innings as a reliever between the 2021 and 2022 seasons, Whitlock compiled a 2.24 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 22.9 K-BB%.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for rehab assignment Red Sox manager Alex Cora confirmed Sunday that Whitlock (elbow) should begin a minor-league rehab assignment during the upcoming week, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Whitlock made it through his live batting practice session Saturday no worse for the wear, so he'll advance to the final phase of his recovery program from the bone bruise in his right elbow. Cora reiterated Sunday that his plan is to deploy Whitlock as a multi-inning reliever once he returns from the 15-day injured list, likely around the middle of August.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett Whitlock faces live batters at Fenway as part of ramp-up following elbow injury - The Boston Globe “He was good. [Velocity] was up; the shape of the pitches was good,” manager Alex Cora said. Upon his return, the plan calls for Whitlock to...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Jen McCaffrey: Pre-game notes: -Garrett Whitlock threw a... - The Athletic Pre-game notes: -Garrett Whitlock threw a two-inning live BP. He was up to 93-94 mph. They'll reassess how he feels Sunday then decide on a...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Throws live BP Whitlock (elbow) threw live batting practice Saturday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact It was previously reported the 27-year-old could begin a rehab assignment this weekend, but the Red Sox instead opted for live batting practice before reevaluating. If Whitlock checks out fine Sunday, he could begin a rehab stint within the next week.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return as reliever Whitlock (elbow) will likely join Boston's bullpen once he comes off the 15-day injured list, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

Impact The expectation is that Whitlock will go on a rehab assignment next week and return as a multi-inning reliever, similar to his role for the club in 2021. Whitlock has never topped 78.1 innings in a big-league season, and may fall shy of that mark again this year (sitting on 51.2 innings). Meanwhile, Tanner Houck (face) is expected to get stretched out and return as a starting pitcher.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing rehab assignment Whitlock (elbow) could begin a rehab assignment Sunday with Triple-A Worcester, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Whitlock is on about the same trajectory as Tanner Houck (face), who is scheduled to begin a rehab stint with Worcester on Saturday. One of the two could return to the Red Sox in more of a piggyback role rather than a locked-in rotation spot, though there's nothing official yet on that front. Whitlock has been limited to 51.2 major-league innings (10 starts) this season because of elbow trouble.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scheduled for bullpen Tuesday Whitlock (elbow) will throw an up-and-down bullpen session Tuesday, Chad Jennings of The Athletic reports.

Impact Both Whitlock and Tanner Houck (face) will throw bullpens Tuesday ahead of a rehab assignment. Each hurler has experience in the rotation and bullpen, and it's unclear which role the two pitchers will occupy going forward. This is the second time in 2023 that Whitlock has been shelved with elbow woes.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Team to discuss role The Red Sox will discuss Wednesday which role Whitlock (elbow) fills upon his return, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Manager Alex Cora said he would prefer to have Whitlock back "as soon as possible," which would point to a relief role. However, the skipper also pointed out that the team is in need of rotation help. The decision could boil down to what, if any, kind of pitching help the Red Sox acquired at the trade deadline. Whitlock has been out since early July with a bone bruise in his right elbow.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes throwing Whitlock (elbow) played catch Monday, Mike Monaco of ESPN reports.

Impact Whitlock reportedly felt "great" after throwing for the first time since he landed on the injured list July 4. He still has a long way to go in his rehab process, but it's a good sign to see him trending upward. Whitlock put up a 5.23 ERA and 1.32 WHIP through 51.2 frames before suffering a bone bruise in his right elbow.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still not throwing Whitlock (elbow) hasn't yet resumed throwing, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Whitlock landed on the injured list July 4 with a bone bruise in his right elbow and doesn't appear to be on track for a return soon. He's slated for bullpen sessions Monday and Tuesday, after which a clearer picture regarding his return timeline should emerge.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox place Whitlock on IL; Paxton goes on paternity list

The Boston Red Sox placed right-handed starter Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation

JULY 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Red Sox place pitcher Garrett Whitlock (right elbow) on 15-day injured list - The Boston Globe This is Whitlock’s second trip to the injured list this season, the first in April as a result of ulnar neuritis in the same elbow.

JULY 4, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

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Red Sox place Whitlock on IL; Paxton goes on paternity list