Jordan Hicks’ latest implosion Wednesday night might be the last time he takes the mound for the Red Sox in 2025.

Hicks, who watched his ERA with Boston balloon to 8.20 when he allowed four earned runs on four hits (including a Gabriel Arias homer) while recording just a single out in Wednesday’s 8-1 loss to the Guardians , will be placed on the 15-day injured list with a shoulder issue ahead of Friday’s game in Arizona, according to multiple sources. Left-hander Chris Murphy will join Boston’s bullpen as a long relief option.

Hicks, who was acquired in the Rafael Devers blockbuster with the Giants in June, has struggled mightily as a member of the Red Sox. He has allowed 20 runs (17 earned) on 25 hits while issuing 12 walks, hitting four batters and recording 15 strikeouts in 18 ⅔ inn

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