BREAKING NEWS: Red Sox Star Officially Sees His Season End Through Injury
Last week proved to be a rough stretch for both the Boston Red Sox and their pitcher Lucas Giolito. Despite recently securing him with a multi-year contract, Giolito encountered setbacks when he developed two elbow injuries.
Boston Red Sox starter Lucas Giolito will undergo elbow surgery on Tuesday, per @PeteAbe, ending his season.
— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) March 11, 2024
The medical assessment revealed a partially torn UCL in his pitching elbow along with a flexor strain, compounding his troubles. The team deliberated between pursuing various opinions and weighing the options of rest and rehab versus opting for surgery. Ultimately, they chose the latter, rendering Giolito sidelined for the remainder of the season.
MLB insider Bob Nightengale reported on Twitter that Lucas Giolito of the Boston Red Sox is scheduled for elbow surgery on Tuesday, as relayed by @PeteAbe, effectively concluding his season. The specific details of the surgical procedure were not disclosed, but if it involves Tommy John surgery, Giolito might also miss a portion of the 2025 season.
This development is undoubtedly distressing news for both Giolito and the Red Sox, particularly considering his recent contract extension spanning two years, during which he’ll predominantly focus on rehabilitation.
With Giolito out of the rotation, the Red Sox are now compelled to explore the market for a replacement starter if they aim to remain competitive in the AL East. The urgency to address their pitching needs was already evident before Giolito’s injury, exacerbated further by this recent setback.
Despite securing Brayan Bello with a favorable contract extension, the Red Sox also parted ways with Chris Sale and saw James Paxton depart for the Los Angeles Dodgers in free agency. Consequently, the team’s pitching staff is in dire need of reinforcement, prompting speculation on whether they’ll seek external solutions or attempt to address the situation internally.