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Red Sox Prospect Valera Avoids Major Injury Scare
20 Apr
Summary
- Juan Valera will be shut down for two weeks due to elbow inflammation.
- Valera, the Red Sox's No. 5 prospect, throws fastballs up to 101.7 mph.
- He has a 1.93 ERA with a 17-to-4 strikeout-to-walk ratio this season.
Boston Red Sox prospect Juan Valera has received positive news regarding an arm injury. Valera, the organization's fifth-ranked prospect, exited a recent game with what appeared to be a significant injury. Fortunately, he does not require an MRI or X-ray.
Valera is expected to be sidelined for two weeks due to elbow inflammation. This news is a relief for the Red Sox, as the young pitcher has been turning heads with his impressive fastball, reaching speeds of up to 101.7 miles per hour.
The 19-year-old hurler has performed well this season, posting a 1.93 ERA over 9 1/3 innings. He has also demonstrated strong control, with a 17-to-4 strikeout-to-walk ratio.
