The Boston Red Sox are set to ramp up their pitching roster with Tanner Houck and Hunter Dobbins both beginning injury rehab assignments this weekend with the Portland Sea Dogs. Houck, who has been sidelined since mid-May due to a right flexor strain, is expected to make his return on Friday, following three previous rehab outings where he accumulated five strikeouts over 6.1 innings. He had a notable run with the Sea Dogs in 2019, posting an 8-6 record. Meanwhile, Dobbins, recovering from a right elbow strain since late June, will pitch in Saturday's game. His current season stats include a 4-1 record and a 4.10 ERA with 43 strikeouts in 59.1 innings with Boston. Both pitchers will be key in bolstering the Red Sox's rotation as they look to push for a playoff spot.