Red Sox, Mariners, Rangers Key Pitchers Progressing in Injury Rehab

Boston Red Sox starter Walker Buehler delivered another promising outing before the All-Star break, continuing his recovery from a difficult first half marked by injury and inconsistency, though his 6.12 ERA remains among the league's worst for qualified pitchers. Meanwhile, fellow Red Sox pitcher Justin Slaten remains sidelined with right shoulder inflammation and is focusing on strength-building exercises rather than throwing, following his recent transfer to the 60-day injured list. Another Red Sox arm, Tanner Houck, is showing progress in his rehab from a right flexor pronator strain, posting improved results and velocity in recent minor league outings. Around the league, Seattle Mariners reliever Collin Snider is impressing in Triple-A rehab appearances as he works back from a right flexor strain, offering hope he can regain his prior high-leverage form. The Texas Rangers also received encouraging news as starter Jon Gray looked sharp in his first Triple-A rehab start after missing the first half with a forearm fracture, moving closer to rejoining the big league rotation after the trade deadline.