Red Sox reinstate Garrett Whitlock ahead of doubleheader vs. Yankees
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:06 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Boston Red Sox have announced roster changes ahead of a doubleheader against the New York Yankees on August 29. Garrett Whitlock returns from the injured list, while Wyatt Olds is optioned to Triple-A Worcester. The Red Sox are competing closely with the Yankees in the standings, currently sitting at 73-61 and holding the second Wild Card spot. The teams split their previous matchup with each having five wins this season, making the upcoming games critical for tiebreaker purposes.
- •Red Sox are 73-61, third in AL East.
- •Yankees hold a 76-58 record, second in AL East.
- •Whitlock has a 2.05 ERA in 45 games this season.
- •Doubleheader starts at 1:05 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. ET.
- •Current season series is tied 5-5.
- 4:06 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox announce roster move for Yankees matchup
"The Boston Red Sox are making a change ahead of a game against the New York Yankees.
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