Lucas Giolito's return to the big leagues is on the horizon. The veteran right-hander is expected to come off the injured list and make his first MLB start since Oct. 1, 2023, this coming Wednesday, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora announced Saturday.

Per MLB.com's Tim Stebbings, the Guardians are calling up their 21st-ranked prospect, Doug Nikhazy, who will start game two of Cleveland's doubleheader with the Red Sox after Friday's game was postponded due to inclament weather.

It has been nearly 16 months since the Red Sox signed . He’s finally ready to pitch his first game for them. Barring another setback, Giolito is lined up to face the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday. It has been a long road for the 30-year-old righthander.