Garrett Whitlock
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April 6, 2026
Returns from paternity list
The Red Sox reinstated Whitlock (personal) from the paternity leave list Monday.
Analysis
Boston sent out right-hander Tyler Uberstine to Triple-A Worcester to clear room on the active roster for Whitlock, who spent the maximum three days away from the Red Sox while observing the birth of his child. The 29-year-old right-hander should return to a high-leverage role in the Boston bullpen.
April 5, 2026
Expected back Monday
Boston is expecting Whitlock (paternity leave) to return to the team Monday, Chris Henrique of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.
Analysis
Whitlock has been away from the team since Friday while welcoming his second child into the world. The righty reliever should be back with Boston for the team's series opener at home versus Milwaukee. Whitlock has yet to give a up a run through three outings spanning three innings this season.
April 3, 2026
Goes on paternity leave
The Red Sox placed Whitlock on the paternity leave list Friday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Whitlock will be away for the next 1-to-3 days while welcoming a new addition to the family. The setup man has made three scoreless appearances out of the Boston bullpen in the early going this season, recording one hold with a 4:2 K:BB.
