Garrett Whitlock
SP,RP - Boston Red Sox
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Garrett Whitlock threw a live batting practice session on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Whitlock got a couple swings and misses, including one on a slider to Reese McGuire. It was reported back in November that the Red Sox plan to stretch out Whitlock as a starter this season. That'll be something to monitor when Spring Training games begin.
The Boston Red Sox are stretching out pitcher Garrett Whitlock as a starter ahead of the 2024 season.
Fantasy Impact
With only Chris Sale and Brayan Bello locked into rotation spots for 2024, it appears Whitlock will get a shot at beginning the season in the Boston rotation. Ten of the right-hander's 22 appearances in 2023 came as a starter while he has 19 starts in 99 career MLB appearances. He worked to a 5.15 ERA in 71 1/3 innings in 2023 while he owns a 3.51 career ERA across 223 1/3 innings of work.
Whitlock's solid performance further solidifies his role in the Boston bullpen, as he continues to provide valuable innings with a 5.15 ERA and 9.04 K/9 on the season.
Fantasy Impact
While his overall numbers may not be eye-popping, his ability to limit walks and generate swings-and-misses make him a viable fantasy option in deeper leagues.
Garrett Whitlock (elbow) has been reinstated from the 15-day IL Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
Whitlock has been dealing with a bone bruise in his elbow and has been out since early July. He will join the Red Sox bullpen. Kyle Barraclough was optioned to Triple-A.
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Garrett Whitlock will return on Sunday against the Tigers.
Fantasy Impact
Whitlock is expected to return in a long relief role out of the Red Sox bullpen.