Red Sox plan to activate Garrett Whitlock for doubleheader

The Boston Red Sox are set to activate pitcher Garrett Whitlock from the injured list for their upcoming doubleheader against the New York Yankees. Whitlock had been sidelined due to right elbow inflammation since August 13. He completed a live batting practice session on Wednesday and expressed readiness to return. The Red Sox will likely announce the activation before one of the games on Saturday, utilizing roster adjustments including a potential call-up for Whitlock as an extra bullpen arm. Roman Anthony and Trevor Story might also be called up, but their return may coincide with Sunday’s games instead.

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