Sidelined Red Sox Veteran Nominated For Prestigious Award

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An injured Boston Red Sox player has the opportunity to win a significant honor. MLB announced each team’s nominee for the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award, given annually to a player who best represents the sport on and off the field. Diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in early 2023, Hendriks returned to the mound for the Red Sox this season. MLB also noted that he and his wife, Kristi, often purchase lunch for Red Sox front office members as a token of appreciation. His commitment to giving back reflects the highest ideals of Major League Baseball and makes him a most deserving nominee for the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award.”Story continues below advertisementFans can vote for the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award nominees on MLB.com.