Boston Red Sox delay Justin Slaten return due to elbow soreness

The Boston Red Sox have no immediate plans to return right-handed reliever Justin Slaten to the mound. Slaten has been on the injured list for 18 days while recovering from an elbow issue. According to Chad Tracy, the team intends to wait for a complete resolution of symptoms before allowing the 28-year-old to begin a throwing progression. This injury marks his second stint on the injured list during the current campaign. Slaten has been a consistent presence in the bullpen, maintaining a 2.93 ERA across 55.1 innings following his 2024 debut. The team currently lacks a specific timeline for his reactivation, prioritizing his health before increasing his workload.

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