Crochet shoulder injury keeping him out since late April
The Red Sox ace lefty has been on the shelf with a shoulder issue and is progressing toward a return, with playoff implications in mind.

Garrett Crochet has been out of the Red Sox rotation since late April due to a shoulder injury. He is currently working his way back and a return is anticipated, potentially timed around the playoff stretch. Crochet signaled confidence in his recovery, suggesting he expects to return at a meaningful level. His timeline remains a key factor for Boston's postseason outlook.
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Tanner Houck nears return from Tommy John surgery during Red Sox playoff push
Per MLB.com's Ian Browne, Tanner Houck is working toward rejoining Boston amid a playoff push, though no timetable or activation date has been announced.

Tanner Houck nears return from Tommy John surgery amid Red Sox playoff push
Per MLB.com, Tanner Houck is working toward rejoining the Boston rotation after Tommy John surgery, though no timetable or activation date has been announced.

Payton Tolle strikes out 12 as Red Sox complete sweep
Payton Tolle struck out 12 batters in a strong start to help Boston finish a four-game sweep, per MLB.com.

Payton Tolle strikes out 12 as Red Sox complete four-game sweep
The right-hander delivered a dominant outing in Boston's series finale, per MLB.com, as the club extended its winning streak to four games.

Red Sox place Ceddanne Rafaela on 10-day IL with right quad strain
The center fielder is eligible to return Sept. 13, per the club, after missing three games with the injury.

Ceddanne Rafaela placed on 10-day IL with right quad strain
The Red Sox announced the All-Star center fielder's move to the injured list after he missed three consecutive games with the injury.
