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Red Sox notebook: Brian Johnson to take Eduardo Rodriguez’ turn in rotation tonight in Toronto

He’s been hit in the head with a line drive twice in five years, held up at gunpoint in his home state and endured time away from baseball to deal with overwhelming anxiety.

Today, Brian Johnson is coming back to the Red Sox.

“He’s been through quite a bit and we’re looking forward to the opportunity for him tomorrow,” manager John Farrell said.

The wild ride continues for the University of Florida alum, as he’s due to start the opener of a three-game series with the Blue Jays tonight in Toronto. Eduardo Rodriguez, who was originally scheduled to start, is away from the team on paternity leave after he welcomed a baby boy Sunday, according to Farrell.