MLB fans, the wait is almost over! With Opening Day just hours away, the excitement is off the charts. Teams are ready, players are pumped, and the stage is set for an electrifying season. But now, imagine this—weeks of relentless training, pushing your limits, preparing to shine, only to be told you can’t step on the field because of health issues. Heartbreaking, right? Well, that’s not just a hypothetical scenario—it’s the tough reality Red Sox star Liam Hendriks is facing right now.
Just when he was gearing up for a strong comeback, fate had other plans.
Red Sox news: Liam Hendriks has right elbow inflammation and is going on the 15-day IL.
— Chris Cotillo (@ChrisCotillo) March 27, 2025
The 36-year-old Australian Pitcher faced right elbow inflammation and has landed on the injured list for 15 days, per the Red Sox Beat Writer Chris Cotillo. He will be replaced by Cooper Criswell, who has made it to the Opening Day roster for the franchise. Now, it will be interesting to see how the last-minute change impacts the team and how soon Hendriks can return from his woes.
More to follow…
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