Red Sox optioned RHP Alex Wilson to Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson has been shuffled back-and-forth between Triple-A and the majors this season, allowing one run over three relief innings. He'll return to a 1.42 ERA at Pawtucket.

Red Sox recalled RHP Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson was recalled just three days after being optioned to Triple-A by the club. He'll take the roster spot of Clay Buchholz, who went on the disabled list Wednesday. Wilson has thrown one inning with the Red Sox this season.

Red Sox optioned RHP Alex Wilson to Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson was only up for a couple of days to provide an extra arm in the bullpen. He'll return to Triple-A where he'll continue to function as bullpen depth for the Red Sox.

Red Sox recalled RHP Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson was up with the big club for a day last month but wasn't used. He'll provide another bullpen option for a few days until Stephen Drew is done with his minor league tune-up.

Red Sox optioned RHP Alex Wilson to Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson was recalled for Wednesday's game after the Sox bullpen was taxed in previous games. He wasn't used, as John Lackey and Koji Uehara were all that the team needed to beat the Yankees. His demotion makes room for Shane Victorino to be activated Thursday.

Red Sox recalled RHP Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson will provide another relief arm with the Red Sox' bullpen overworked of late. He is likely to be sent back down Thursday when Shane Victorino (hamstring) returns from the DL. Wilson is unscored upon in eight relief innings for Pawtucket this season.

Alex Wilson (thumb) was cleared to throw two weeks ago.

The 27-year-old right-hander underwent surgery on his right thumb in late October. Wilson should be 100 percent in spring camp and will be fighting for a bullpen job.

Red Sox activated RHP Alex Wilson from the 60-day disabled list.

Wilson was shelved in early July with a sprained right thumb and never returned. The right-hander posted a 4.88 ERA over 26 appearances in his first major league season.

Red Sox transferred RHP Alex Wilson to the 60-day disabled list.

He's been on the disabled list since July 9, so the designation doesn't do much to change his status. There is still no timetable for his return.

Alex Wilson has had a setback with his sprained right thumb and his next rehab start is undetermined.

It's not clear when he suffered the setback. Wilson has been out since July 8 but had made three rehab appearances. He's obviously out indefinitely.

Alex Wilson (thumb) is slated to begin a minor league rehab assignment Tuesday with Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson, out since July 8 with a sprained right thumb, is expected to throw one inning. The Red Sox could formally option him to Triple-A once he's back to full health.

Red Sox placed RHP Alex Wilson on the 15-day disabled list with a right thumb injury.

Wilson evidently suffered the injury during Monday's appearance. It's not clear at this point how long he'll be sidelined.

Red Sox recalled RHP Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson holds a 2.61 ERA and 1.55 WHIP over 17 appearances with the Sox this season. He could be sent back down on Saturday when the team needs a starter.

Red Sox optioned RHP Alex Wilson to Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson took the loss in Thursday's extra innings game, giving up a run over 2 1/3 innings. The Red Sox needed a fresh arm and have summoned Rubby De La Rosa.

Red Sox recalled RHP Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson had a 2.50 ERA in 16 appearances with the Red Sox earlier this season. He will operate in middle relief.

Red Sox optioned RHP Alex Wilson to Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson posted a 2.50 ERA and 1.56 WHIP over 16 appearances with the big club. He should get another chance later this summer.

Red Sox recalled RHP Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket.

He'll take the place of John Lackey (bicep) on the active roster. Wilson, a second-round pick in 2009, made the move to the bullpen last season with the PawSox and posted a 3.72 ERA and 78/33 K/BB ratio over 72 2/3 innings. The 26-year-old figures to pitch in middle relief.

Red Sox optioned RHP Alex Wilson and C Dan Butler to Triple-A Pawtucket.

Red Sox purchased the contract of RHP Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson made the move to the bullpen this season and pitched well, putting up a 3.72 ERA while striking out over a batter per inning. Now on the 40-man roster, he could be ready to make his big league debut in 2013.

Red Sox prospect right-hander Alex Wilson made his first pro appearance as a reliever Tuesday with Triple-A Pawtucket.

Wilson, a 2009 second-round pick, owns a 3.45 ERA over parts of four seasons in the minors, averaging 7.9 K/9 and 2.9 BB/9. The 25-year-old right-hander has a fastball that sits in the mid-90s and a hard-biting slider. Many figured he would end up in the bullpen eventually and he could be on the fast track to the majors if the transition goes smoothly.