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Contreras Hit by Pitch, Story Homer Wins It for Red Sox
18 Sep
Summary
- Willson Contreras suffered a hand bruise after being hit by a pitch.
- Contreras had just returned from a hamstring strain injury.
- Trevor Story's three-run homer secured the 4-3 win for the Red Sox.
The Boston Red Sox avoided a series sweep against the Texas Rangers with a 4-3 victory on Thursday. However, the win was overshadowed by an injury scare to their leading hitter, Willson Contreras. Contreras was hit by a pitch in the eighth inning and left the game with a bruised right hand. Initial X-rays showed no fractures, and he is currently considered day-to-day.
This incident follows Contreras's recent return to the lineup on Sunday after a 12-game absence due to a hamstring strain. He has been a key offensive player for the Red Sox this season, hitting .276 with a career-high OPS and 27 home runs. The team managed to secure the lead moments after Contreras's departure, thanks to Trevor Story's decisive three-run homer.
Adding to the team's injury concerns, closer Aroldis Chapman was unavailable for Thursday's game due to lat tightness. Manager Chad Tracy stated that Chapman's condition is also being managed, and he is day-to-day.
