The Boston Red Sox are facing challenges with their young stars as two recently-extended players show uncertain performance. Pitcher Garrett Whitlock has been diagnosed with ligament tear in his elbow, with surgery being a likely outcome.
Garrett Cooper (right shoulder discomfort) out of the Sox lineup and Dom Smith in ... Garrett Whitlock will see Dr. Dugas on May 29.
Whitlock is scheduled to see Jeffrey Dugas in Alabama on 5/29 to determine how to proceed with his damaged elbow.
From @jtomase ⚾ The Red Sox have a formidable young duo atop their rotation -- but it could have been a trio if not for Garrett Whitlock's latest injury. https://t.co/cuDkzhvN7u
Garrett Whitlock injury: Red Sox pitcher diagnosed with ligament damage in elbow, could require surgery https://t.co/Q90KZXJkBL
Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock has ligament damage, surgery likely https://t.co/zmB5JVXJMG
Elbow surgery a possibility for Garrett Whitlock https://t.co/Bx6yYzJBLI
Garrett Whitlock Diagnosed With Ligament Tear In Elbow https://t.co/9wVuCVcbRJ https://t.co/hmQjeDOpNw
Whitlock headed to Alabama. Surgery is likely.
Damage in the UCL ligament for Whitlock. He will see doctor in Birmingham later this week. Surgery possible.
Garrett Whitlock has ligament damage in his elbow and surgery is a real possibility.
Red Sox, who always slow-play medical news, say they’ll have info on Garrett Whitlock after the game.
From @jtomase ⚾ The Red Sox need their young stars to blossom if they want to return to relevance. But early returns on two recently-extended players suggest that's no guarantee 🔽 https://t.co/SMSowajCrG
Red Sox shut down Garrett Whitlock after experiencing elbow soreness https://t.co/RdKfBb2KqM
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Red Sox Shut Down Garrett Whitlock Due To Elbow Soreness https://t.co/mKdEMSjgcw https://t.co/o0Eg5ZZjen