The Boston Red Sox begin a seven-game homestand against the Chicago White Sox, fresh off a successful road trip. Facing left-handed pitcher Martin Perez, the Red Sox have opted for a right-heavy lineup. Rob Refsnyder will start in right field, and Romy Gonzalez will take over at first base, with Triston Casas seeing a bench role after struggling with a .172 batting average.

Star third baseman Alex Bregman is back with the team after paternity leave, strengthening the lineup. Bregman will be joined by Trevor Story in a pivotal cleanup position. Hunter Dobbins is set to make his second major league start after a promising debut in which he secured a win against the St. Louis Cardinals in a doubleheader.

Hunter Dobbins is set to make his return to the mound for the Boston Red Sox, recalled from Triple-A Worcester for a Friday spot start against the Chicago White Sox. The 25-year-old right-hander made an impressive MLB debut in April, earning a win with a solid five-inning performance against the St. Louis Cardinals, showcasing his fastball that reached up to 97 mph.

Dobbins, lauded for his unique pitch mix that includes a splinker, is regarded as a promising prospect in Boston's system, ranking 9th in MassLive's Top 25 Red Sox prospect list. With the Red Sox playing a crucial series against the White Sox, Dobbins' performance could significantly impact both his career trajectory and the team's success this weekend.