Red Sox place Garrett Whitlock on injured list with elbow inflammation
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:02 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Boston Red Sox have placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. This decision was made on Thursday, August 13, 2026. The team has recalled right-hander Greg Weissert from their Triple-A affiliate in Worcester to fill the roster spot. Whitlock's injury adds to the challenges for the Red Sox as they navigate the season.
- •Garrett Whitlock is placed on the 15-day injured list.
- •The injury is due to right elbow inflammation.
- •Greg Weissert is recalled from Triple-A Worcester.
- •The roster move took place on August 13, 2026.
- 7:28 PMESPN MLB — Red Sox place reliever Whitlock (elbow) on IL
"The Red Sox placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list Thursday with right elbow inflammation and recalled right-hander Greg Weissert from Triple-A Worcester.
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