Chad Tracy Reveals Red Sox Plan To Activate 28-Year-Old Reliever Soon

TL;DR

Boston Red Sox reliever Justin Slaten is expected to be activated from the 15-day injured list soon, enhancing the team's already strong bullpen, which has a 3.47 ERA.

Key points

Justin Slaten is a 28-year-old reliever for the Red Sox
Slaten is returning from the 15-day injured list
Red Sox bullpen has a 3.47 ERA, ranking fourth in the league
Aroldis Chapman is a key pitcher in the bullpen

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Boston Red Sox reliever Justin Slaten

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The Boston Red Sox's bullpen has been one of the team's bright spots despite their early struggles this season.

Anchored by fireballer Aroldis Chapman, Boston's bullpen boasts a 3.47 ERA, ranking fourth-best in the league. The Red Sox's dominant bullpen is set to get even better when 28-year-old setup man Justin Slaten makes his return from the 15-day injured list soon.

Slaten has been sidelined since April 8 with a right oblique strain. Surprisingly, the Red Sox reportedly elected to recall long reliever Jack Anderson on Thursday after optioning Jake Bennett, even though Slaten had already completed two rehab starts.

Ahead of the Red Sox's Friday matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays, interim manager Chad Tracy that the 28-year-old will be getting activated in the coming days.

Q&A

When will Justin Slaten return to the Red Sox bullpen?

Justin Slaten is expected to be activated from the injured list soon, although a specific date has not been provided.

What is the current ERA of the Boston Red Sox bullpen?

The Boston Red Sox bullpen currently has a 3.47 ERA, ranking fourth-best in the league.

Who is the main pitcher in the Red Sox bullpen?

The main pitcher anchoring the Red Sox bullpen is fireballer Aroldis Chapman.