The Boston Red Sox have designated right-handed pitcher Justin Masterson for assignment following Sunday’s game. Masterson was among the players placed on revocable waivers last week, but they were unable to find another team interested in taking his salary off their hands.
Masterson pitched an inning of relief in his final game with the Red Sox on Sunday against the Detroit Tigers, surrendering a solo home run and a walk, while striking out a batter in his inning of work.
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After starting the season in the rotation, Masterson went on the disabled list in May with shoulder inflammation after posting a brutal 6.