Garrett Whitlock has bounced back and forth between starting games and pitching out of the bullpen over the last few seasons.
The right-hander has seen success as a starter and a reliever since entering MLB with the Red Sox in 2021. But given Whitlock’s lengthy injury history, Boston seems to have decided it’s best to keep him in the bullpen.
Whitlock clearly defined his role when speaking with reporters at the Red Sox’ “Fenway Fest” on Saturday.
“Let’s go back to the bullpen, baby,” he said (via MassLive’s Chris Cotillo).
The 28-year-old is coming off a season in which he pitched just four games (all starts) due to multiple debilitating injuries.