Liam Hendriks has officially been activated by the Boston Red Sox, marking his return to Major League Baseball after a nearly two-year absence. The three-time All-Star closer has not pitched in the big leagues since 2023, during which he underwent Tommy John surgery following a battle with cancer. His activation comes after a successful rehab outing, where he threw a scoreless inning. Hendriks has been eagerly counting down the days until his return, and his activation is seen as a significant boost for the Red Sox bullpen as they pursue playoff hopes. Fans and teammates alike have celebrated his comeback, with Hendriks even renting a food truck for the entire Red Sox minor league team during his rehab.