In his last outing vs. the Phils, Thor took a scary screamer back to his right side, forcing his exit in the 7th. But X-rays were negative, and he aims to bounce back in hopes of achieving another strong start, such as his CG vs. S.F. on Sept. 2.
The righty will make his eighth spot start of the season. In his seven previous starts, Velazquez is 2-2 with a 4.00 ERA. Velazquez has pitched well at Fenway Park this season, going 4-1 with a 2.89 ERA in 18 appearances.