Red Sox Pitcher Hunter Dobbins Undergoes Season-Ending Surgery
HOUSTON — The Boston Red Sox confirmed that rookie starting pitcher Hunter Dobbins has undergone season-ending surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee.
Surgical Details and Team's Outlook
Dr. Daniel Cooper conducted the operation at the Carrell Clinic in Frisco, Texas. Team manager Alex Cora expressed optimism, stating, "Everything proceeded smoothly. Now it's about focusing on rehab and returning as soon as possible."
Injury Details and Player Goals
Dobbins, 25, sustained the knee injury while covering first base during a game against the Rays at Fenway Park on July 11. The pitcher revealed that his goal is to regain full strength by the start of the 2026 season. During this season, he posted a 4-1 record with a 4.13 ERA over 13 appearances, including 11 starts.
Notable Past Injury
Notably, Dobbins previously tore the same ACL during high school.
Additional Injury Updates
Additional injury updates include reliever Justin Slaten, who threw his third bullpen session. His upcoming session will simulate multiple innings to gauge endurance. Slaten, wh...