Tanner Houck wasn't one of the top arms the Boston Red Sox were counting on this season by any means, but there's no reason to turn down a potential impact piece.

Houck underwent Tommy John surgery last August, following a frustrating, injury-plagued follow-up season to his All-Star campaign in 2024. He started throwing in February, but the first throws after that surgery are still months before any serious rehab efforts that signal a return is close.

However, this week, we could a little more information about when that return could come.

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When could Houck be back?

May 12, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck (89) pitches first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.…