Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Strahm took his latest step in returning with the big league club on Tuesday, taking the mound with the Triple-A Worcester WooSox during their 4-1 loss against the Rochester Red Wings.
The 30-year-old southpaw tossed a hitless inning of relief in the sixth while striking out one batter — throwing nine of his 14 pitches for strikes.
According to Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe, Strahm could return to the Red Sox this week during their six-game road trip against the Pittsburgh Pirates and Baltimore Orioles.
The seven-year veteran last pitched for the Red Sox on July 12 against the Tampa Bay Rays. There he suffered the initial wrist injury after being struck with a comebacker during his relief appearance. The following day, Strahm was officially placed on the injured list.
In 33 appearances this season, Strahm has gone 3-3 with a 3.58 ERA — striking out 32 batters while also recording three saves for the Red Sox.
