The Boston Red Sox activated outfielder Tyler O’Neill from the injured list and added him to the lineup as the designated hitter, batting third on Tuesday. O’Neill replaces catcher Tyler Heineman, who was placed on the injured list with a hamstring strain. This move comes as the Red Sox continue to deal with injuries, with Rafael Devers missing his fifth straight game and Triston Casas set to miss significant time with a fractured rib.
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas has been ruled out indefinitely after suffering a broken rib on his left side while taking a hard swing in Saturday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 24-year-old underwent tests in Boston that revealed the fracture, and manager Alex Cora said there is no timetable for his return. Casas, who was batting .244 with six homers and 10 RBI, is expected to miss significant time this season. Cora said Bobby Dalbec will get most of the playing time at first base in Casas’ absence. The Red Sox have been dealing with a number of injuries this season, including Tyler O’Neill, Rafael Devers, and Tyler Heineman.
Triston Casas, the Red Sox’s talented first baseman, will be sidelined for an extended period due to a fractured left rib. An MRI revealed the fracture after Casas initially felt pain during a swing. The injury is expected to heal on its own, but a specific timeline for his return is unknown. Manager Alex Cora anticipates Casas will play again this season. In Casas’ absence, Bobby Dalbec will take over at first base, while Pablo Reyes may also see some playing time. The Sox will not pursue external options for the position at this time.
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas has been diagnosed with a fractured rib and is expected to miss significant time, dealing another blow to an injury-ravaged infield. Manager Alex Cora announced the news on Tuesday in Cleveland, where the Red Sox are facing the Guardians. Casas, who has been a key contributor to the team’s early season success, suffered the injury while swinging a bat during a home series against the Guardians last week. The 24-year-old has been hitting .244 with six home runs and 10 RBIs through his first 22 games. Bobby Dalbec, who has been filling in for Rafael Devers at third base, will move to first base in Casas’ absence. The Red Sox have been struggling with injuries throughout the infield, with Devers battling a knee injury and Trevor Story out for the season with a shoulder injury. Despite these setbacks, the Red Sox enter Tuesday’s game with a 13-10 record, 2.5 games behind the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees for first place in the American League East.
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas is out indefinitely after suffering a rib fracture. The 24-year-old sustained the injury while taking a hard swing in Saturday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Casas had previously been placed on the injured list with a strain but underwent tests in Boston that revealed the fracture.
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas has been diagnosed with a fractured rib, confirming the team’s worst fears. The injury, which occurred during Saturday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, will sideline Casas indefinitely as the rib heals on its own. The exact timeline for his return remains uncertain. Despite the setback, the Red Sox are hopeful that Casas will be able to resume playing this season.
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas is expected to miss an extended period of time due to a left rib cage strain. The injury will impact the team’s lineup and could lead to changes at the position.
