FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Boston Red Sox outfielder Ryan Kalish on Wednesday threw for the first time this spring.
Kalish, who had offseason surgeries on his neck and left shoulder that will leave him unavailable until June, made about 30 throws from about 45 feet, as the recovery process continues.
“It was great. It felt good,” Kalish said. “My shoulder is still surgically repaired, I’m still getting used to everything.”
Manager Bobby Valentine was pleased.
“He looks pretty healthy,” Valentine said.
Two years ago, Kalish was one of Boston’s top prospects — a Red Sox outfielder prized for his speed, strong arm, and power at the plate.
Then, a splashy big league debut in 2010 — going 2-for-4 with a run scored and an RBI in a 5-4 win over the Tigers — only fueled hopes. He ended that season, appearing in 53 games, batting .252 with four home runs and 24 RBIs.
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