Josh Winckowski

Josh Winckowski is returning to Toronto, the team that drafted him, on a two-year minor league contract. The righthander had internal brace surgery recently and hopes to pitch late in 2026.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski was drafted by the Blue Jays in the 15th round of the 2018 MLB Draft. He eventually broke into the big leagues in 2022 with Boston and pitched parts of four seasons with the Red Sox before being designated for assignment in November. His best season came in 2023 when he appeared in 60 games and posted a 2.88 ERA with a 22.3% strikeout rate. He has a career ERA of 4.20 in 121 games as both a starter and reliever with a below average 18.2% K rate.

The Red Sox have designated Josh Winckowski for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski will lose his spot on the 40-man roster as Boston worked to create roster flexibility. The 27-year-old missed most of the 2025 season due to a flexor strain and will need to show he is healthy before gaining interest from other teams.

Josh Winckowski is slowly building up his throwing progression in Florida.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski was re-evaluated after he was placed on the 60-day injured list in early June due to a flexor strain in his right elbow. He remains without a clear timetable to return.

The Red Sox transferred Josh Winckowski to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

The move opens up a roster spot for Boston. Robert Stock was called up as the corresponding move.

Josh Winckowski was placed on the 7-day injured list with Triple-A Worcester.

Fantasy Impact

Winckowski will be sidelined for at least one week with right elbow inflammation.