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Elbow Injury Lands Veteran Red Sox Hurler On Injured List: Report

Elbow Injury Lands Veteran Red Sox Hurler On Injured List: Report

Summary

Boston Red Sox pitcher Johan Oviedo is on the injured list due to a right elbow sprain. The team placed him on a 15-day injured list, and he will be evaluated by a doctor. Oviedo was recently traded to the Red Sox from the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Key Facts

  • Johan Oviedo, a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, is on the 15-day injured list.
  • He has a right elbow sprain.
  • Oviedo was recently acquired from the Pittsburgh Pirates in a trade.
  • He struggled in his season debut, giving up four earned runs in just over three innings.
  • Oviedo has a history of elbow injuries and had Tommy John surgery in the past.
  • The team called up two pitchers from Triple-A Worcester to fill roster spots.
  • It is unclear how long Oviedo will be out, but he will see a doctor who operated on him before.

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