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.

CLEVELAND — It has been nearly 16 months since the Red Sox signed Lucas Giolito. 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.

After more than two years and three injuries, Lucas Giolito is finally on the cusp of making his Red Sox debut. The likely last hurdle came on Friday in a rehab start for Triple-A Worcester. The right-hander struck out four in 4 2/3 innings against the Syracuse Mets.