Liam Hendriks, the Boston Red Sox reliever, is facing another setback as he heads to the injured list, making this season particularly difficult for him. After overcoming non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and undergoing Tommy John surgery, Hendriks aimed for a comeback in 2025, contending for the closer role but ultimately falling short to Aroldis Chapman.

His performance has been disappointing, with a 6.59 ERA and a 4.98 FIP over 13 2/3 innings, highlighting the struggles he’s faced after such a long absence from the mound. Hendriks was once a formidable force, being a three-time All-Star and a top contender for the Cy Young award during his peak years. As he takes time off to recuperate, the hope is that he can regain his former dominance upon his return, providing a much-needed boost to a Red Sox bullpen that is currently 14th in the league by ERA.