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Red Sox Manager Pulls Surprise Decision on Trevor Story
4 Sep
Summary
- Trevor Story was unexpectedly benched for the series opener in Baltimore.
- Isaiah Kiner-Falefa will start at shortstop in place of Story.
- The Red Sox are currently third in the American League standings.
The Boston Red Sox announced a surprising lineup change ahead of their series opener against the Baltimore Orioles on September 4, 2026. Interim manager Chad Tracy elected to bench shortstop Trevor Story, who had recently returned from the injured list and shown promising performance. Story had recorded multiple hits in three of his four starts since his August 30 return.
Isaiah Kiner-Falefa will start at shortstop in Story's absence. Kiner-Falefa, like Story and outfielder Roman Anthony, recently rejoined the team after an IL stint. The Red Sox currently hold a 75-65 record, placing them third in the American League and trailing the New York Yankees by 5.0 games for second place. This standings position could impact hosting rights for a Wild Card series.
