Anthony and Story Return for Stretch Run
Key Questions
What was Ranger Suarez's performance in his return?
Ranger Suarez was reinstated from the IL and started Sunday, pitching four scoreless innings with 6 strikeouts and 0 walks in a 6-1 win over the Blue Jays.
Why is Roman Anthony's return in doubt?
Roman Anthony is still not swinging, and Breslow's cautious 'I hope so' comment on his return raises concerns that the team views him as done for the year.
What trade involved Connelly Early?
Connelly Early was traded to the Nationals as he was seeking a second opinion on an injury.
What injuries are affecting the Red Sox rotation?
Triston Casas suffered a wrist setback, Zack Kelly is on the 60-day IL with an elbow injury expected to keep him out until September, and there are innings limits concerns for Tolle and Bennett amid a heavy 33-games-in-34-days schedule.
How did Brayan Bello perform upon return?
Brayan Bello returned and pitched well in relief during the recent series.
Roman Anthony has continued an explosive return from the 60-day IL, hitting a homer in Boston’s 6-5 win at Baltimore after nine hits and four extra-base hits in his first four games. Trevor Story has also returned productively, but scheduled rest and Kiner-Falefa’s starts at shortstop show that Boston is managing workloads carefully.