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Boston Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito is facing a setback as he prepares to undergo surgery on his right elbow, confirmed by manager Alex Cora following Monday’s spring training game against Pittsburgh.

The specifics of Giolito’s injury remain unclear, but it’s evident that this season’s prospects for him are grim.

There are two potential paths for Giolito’s recovery: the extensive Tommy John surgery, which could jeopardize his readiness for the 2025 season, or a less invasive brace procedure, offering a glimmer of hope for a sooner return to the mound, though still requiring significant rehabilitation time.

The news doesn’t come as a shock to the Red Sox organization, as reports indicate Giolito’s UCL tear and flexor tendon strain, prompting his shutdown last week. This unfortunate turn of events comes in Giolito’s inaugural season with the Red Sox, having signed a two-year deal in the offseason with hopes of bolstering their pitching rotation.

Giolito’s track record as an innings eater, amassing 184 1/3 innings and striking out 204 batters last season, made him an attractive acquisition for Boston. However, with this injury sidelining him, his $19 million player option for 2025 becomes a crucial anchor for financial stability amidst the uncertainty of his recovery timeline.