Richard Fitts of Boston Red Sox Out with Right Pectoral Strain, Placed on 15-Day Injured List

Richard Fitts has been sidelined with a right pectoral strain, affecting his availability for upcoming games. He has pitched in 3 games this season with an ERA of 3.18 and 13 strikeouts over 17 innings. His absence might impact the starting rotation, with Garrett Crochet and Lucas Giolito possibly taking on more responsibility.

Fitts has a history of shoulder injuries, having missed games in April for similar reasons. His recent performance includes a K/9 of 7.0 over his last 3 games, with a record of 0-2. The Red Sox are scheduled to play against the New York Mets at Fenway Park, where Fitts's presence could have been crucial.