Chris Sale’s already-delayed start to the 2022 season will be pushed back even more.
The Red Sox’ top southpaw, who was placed on the 60-day injured list prior to Opening Day due to a rib injury, suffered a non-medical setback while rehabbing his injury. Red Sox chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom didn’t specify what the issue was, but it will move Sale’s timeline to return a few weeks behind.
“He’s had a small personal medical issue. It’s not orthopedic. It’s not COVID-related — that paused his throwing for a while,” Bloom told reporters prior to Saturday’s Red Sox-White Sox game at Fenway Park.