Corey Kluber Ends Season with Boston Red Sox Due to Shoulder Injury
Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Corey Kluber has made the tough decision to end his season with the Boston Red Sox due to a shoulder injury. The 37-year-old right-hander has been dealing with right shoulder inflammation since June 20, and despite undergoing a minor league injury rehabilitation assignment, he has decided not to pitch again this season.
Kluber had been expected to make a third rehab start for Triple-Worcester on Saturday, but according to manager Alex Cora, he will now continue his rehab at home. This means that Kluber’s comeback with the Red Sox will have to wait until the next season. It has been a challenging year for the veteran pitcher, who went 3-6 with a disappointing 7.04 ERA in 15 games for Boston.
Kluber signed a one-year contract with the Red Sox in January, worth $10 million, and includes an $11 million club option for 2024. However, his performance this season has been far from his best. Prior to joining the Red Sox, Kluber had a successful stint with the New York Yankees, going 5-3 with a 3.83 ERA in 16 starts. He even achieved a no-hitter in a 2-0 victory against Texas. In 2022, he played for the Tampa Bay Rays, where he posted a 10-10 record with a 4.34 ERA in 31 starts.
Despite his recent struggles, Kluber has an impressive track record in his career. A three-time All-Star, he won the prestigious Cy Young Award twice, first in 2014 while playing for the Cleveland Indians and then again in 2017. With Cleveland in 2014, he finished with an 18-9 record and a remarkable 2.44 ERA. In 2017, he was equally dominant with an 18-4 record and a 2.25 ERA.
Over his 13-year career, Kluber has amassed a 116-77 record and maintained a solid 3.44 ERA in 271 games, with the majority of them as a starter. He has also played for the Texas Rangers, further showcasing his versatility and experience on the mound.
While Kluber’s recent shoulder injury has prevented him from contributing to the Red Sox’s performance this season, his decision to focus on rehab and recovery is a wise one. The team will surely be eager to have him back at full strength for the upcoming seasons.
In conclusion, Corey Kluber has decided to end his season with the Boston Red Sox due to a shoulder injury. The veteran pitcher will continue his rehab at home, aiming to recover fully and return to the mound stronger in the future. Despite this setback, Kluber’s impressive career speaks for itself, and the Red Sox will certainly look forward to his return next season.
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