The Red Sox veteran started walked six batters and threw only 55.3% strikes in his final tune up before joining Boston's rotation.

CLEVELAND — It has been nearly 16 months since the Red Sox signed Lucas Giolito. He’s finally ready to pitch his first game for them. Barring another setback, Giolito is lined up to face the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday.

Almost 17 months after signing with the Red Sox, Lucas Giolito is finally set to make his first official appearance in a Boston uniform. Manager Alex Cora told reporters (including the Boston Globe’s Pete Abraham) that Giolito will be reinstated from the 15-day injured list on Wednesday, and start that day’s game in Toronto against the Blue Jays.