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Red Sox activate Pivetta for start against Braves

Red Sox activate Pivetta for start against Braves

The Boston Red Sox activated right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta from the 15-day injured list to make the start Wednesday against the Atlanta Braves. Pivetta was 1-1 with a 0.82 ERA in two starts covering 11 innings before he went on the IL with a right elbow flexor strain. To make room on the roster, Boston optioned right-hander Naoyuki Uwasawa to Triple-A Worcester and designated infielder Zack Short for assignment.