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Red Sox Pitcher Lucas Giolito Exits Spring Debut With Hamstring Tightness

The veteran right-hander, returning from elbow surgery, will undergo an MRI to determine the severity of the injury.

Nick Pivetta #37 and Lucas Giolito #54 of the Boston Red Sox talk with pitching coach Andrew Bailey during a spring training team workout on February 14, 2024 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida.
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Overview

  • Lucas Giolito left his first Grapefruit League outing after one inning due to left hamstring tightness.
  • The 30-year-old pitcher threw 24 pitches, allowing one hit, two walks, and two runs while striking out two batters.
  • Giolito reported feeling the tightness on his first pitch but adjusted his mechanics to complete the inning.
  • He missed the 2024 season following elbow surgery and was expected to play a key role in Boston's rotation this year.
  • An MRI is scheduled for Wednesday to assess the injury, which Giolito believes to be minor based on initial strength tests.