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Red Sox Place Jordan Hicks on 15-Day IL With Shoulder Injury, Recall Chris Murphy

Boston turns to Chris Murphy after Hicks' latest setback highlights the club's search for reliable right-handed relief.

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Boston, MA: Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Jordan Hicks is pictured as the Royals Jonathan India rounds the bases in the backround following his seventh inning three run home run. (Jim Davis/Boston Herald).
Aug 26, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora (13) sits in the dugout before the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Boston Red Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: James A. Pittman-Imagn Images.
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Overview

  • Boston placed Jordan Hicks on the 15-day injured list with a shoulder issue one day after he was charged with four earned runs in an 8-1 loss to the Guardians at Fenway.
  • Left-hander Chris Murphy was recalled from Triple-A Worcester to fill the open bullpen spot.
  • Manager Alex Cora said the club has to "figure him out" and emphasized they need Hicks to execute despite continued belief in his ability.
  • In 18 2/3 innings for Boston, Hicks has a 8.20 ERA and 1.98 WHIP with 25 hits, 12 walks, four hit batters and six wild pitches, all while striking out a career-low share of hitters.
  • Hicks is signed through 2027 on a four-year, $44 million contract and has an extensive injury history including Tommy John surgery and recent shoulder IL stints, with some reports suggesting he may be done for 2025.