The Boston Red Sox have promoted relief pitcher Jack Anderson from Triple-A Worcester, potentially for his MLB debut. In corresponding moves, they optioned left-handed reliever Tyler Samaniego to Triple-A and placed Johan Oviedo on the 60-day injured list.
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It was reported on Tuesday morning that the Boston Red Sox were promoting relief pitcher Jack Anderson from Triple-A Worcester ahead of what could be his MLB debut.
The team's corresponding moves were revealed on Tuesday afternoon, with Boston sending down left-handed reliever Tyler Samaniego to Triple-A and moving Johan Oviedo to the 60-day injured list, according to multiple reports.
MassLive's Chris Cotillo and Christopher Smith, as well as Mac Cerullo of The Boston Herald were among those to report the news.
The Red Sox called up Samaniego on April 8 and the southpaw made his MLB debut that day.
Samaniego shined in his three Boston outings prior to Tuesday's decision, pitching 3 2/3 scoreless innings while allowing no hits, three walks and four strikeouts.
Oviedo was placed on the 15-day injured list on April 3 with a right elbow strain after just one appearance with the Red Sox.
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The Red Sox placed Johan Oviedo on the 60-day injured list due to an unspecified injury, as part of their roster adjustments.
Jack Anderson is a relief pitcher promoted from Triple-A Worcester, and his promotion is significant as it could mark his MLB debut.
Tyler Samaniego's option to Triple-A opens a spot on the Red Sox roster for Jack Anderson, allowing for potential strategic changes in their bullpen.
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