The Red Sox bullpen is set to get a major boost.

Prior to Thursday’s series finale in Baltimore, the Red Sox announced they have activated right-hander Justin Slaten from the 60-day injured list. The club also activated outfielder Rob Refsnyder from the 10-day IL, placed first baseman Nathaniel Lowe on the paternity leave list and optioned left-hander Jovani Moran to Triple-A.

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Slaten hasn’t pitched since May 28 due to a nerve issue in his neck and shoulder, but prior to the injury the right-hander served as Boston’s top eighth inning set-up man. Slaten has posted a 3.47 ERA in 24 appearances this season, his second with the Red Sox after joining the club as a rookie Rule 5 selection in 2024.

His return will give the Red Sox another late inning weapon to pair with close

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