Red Sox Injuries: Justin Slaten Out, Tyler Samaniego Recalled
The Red Sox placed right-hander Justin Slaten on the injured list with an oblique strain. Left-hander Tyler Samaniego was recalled to fill the vacant bullpen spot. If he appears, it would mark Samaniego’s first major-league appearance.
Injury details and team view
Slaten reported the oblique issue after his outing on Saturday. He told reporters, including Christopher Smith of Filmogaz.com, that the injury developed during the appearance. The club does not view the strain as serious and has not ordered imaging.
Slaten’s recent injury history
Durability has been a recurring problem for Slaten. He missed time in 2024 with elbow inflammation. Shoulder inflammation sidelined him for nearly three months the previous season. He said this marks the third year he has lost time to injury and expressed frustration about missing games.
Roster move and bullpen implications
Roster notes appeared under Red Sox Injuries: Justin Slaten Out, Tyler Samaniego Recalled as the team adjusted its relief corps. Samaniego’s arrival adds a left-handed option to the pen. He joins Aroldis Chapman, Danny Coulombe and Jovani Moran as Boston’s lefty relievers.
Samaniego’s path to Boston
Samaniego was acquired from the Pittsburgh Pirates in December. The deal also brought Johan Oviedo and catcher Adonys Guzman to Boston. Jhostynxon Garcia was sent to Pittsburgh as part of the trade.
Minor-league record and recent form
The Pirates selected Samaniego in the 15th round in 2021. He posted a 2.45 ERA in his first full pro season between High-A and Double-A. That campaign included 14 saves across 38 appearances. He struggled in Double-A the following year and then suffered an elbow injury.
Samaniego rebounded in 2025. He logged a 3.99 ERA across 38.1 innings at four minor-league levels that season. He impressed in spring training with 5 1/3 scoreless innings. Boston kept him in Triple-A Worcester to start the year, where he allowed two earned runs in three outings before his promotion.
What to expect next
Boston will monitor Slaten’s recovery and adjust as needed. Samaniego could provide multiple innings or matchup work. If he appears, fans will see his major-league debut.
