The Boston Red Sox's starting rotation faces another setback as Walker Buehler, placed on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his right shoulder, is expected to miss at least two starts. Buehler's performance has been under scrutiny after a mediocre outing against the Cleveland Guardians last Saturday. Manager Alex Cora revealed concerns over Buehler's recovery, stating he hadn't bounced back as anticipated. Despite this, the team remains hopeful that the injury is not serious, and Buehler could return by mid-May.

With Buehler sidelined, the Red Sox will rely on Brayan Bello, who has just returned from the IL, to fill in as the starting pitcher. Bello has shown promise with a 3.67 ERA this season. Hunter Dobbins, freshly recalled from Triple-A Worcester, will also step in as the rotation remains thin. The Red Sox remain competitive in the American League East, trailing the New York Yankees by just two games.