The Boston Red Sox have placed first baseman Romy Gonzalez on the 10-day injured list due to a left quad contusion, retroactive to May 8. To fill his spot, the team has recalled second baseman Nick Sogard from Triple-A Worcester.
Sogard’s Role
- Sogard is expected to share time at second base with Abraham Toro.
- He made an impact in Saturday’s game against Kansas City, starting against left-hander Cole Ragans.
Gonzalez’s Recovery
- Gonzalez has been sidelined since April 29 and was initially projected to return within two weeks.
- However, manager Alex Cora indicated that there is currently no timeline for his return, and recovery may take longer than anticipated.
Impact on Rafael Devers
- The extended absence of Gonzalez has prompted a reevaluation of playing options for Rafael Devers at first base.
- Despite prior agreements that Devers would not play first base this season, Cora mentioned that discussions about alternative plans will continue.
- Devers has played some games at first base this season, but it was decided before spring training that he would focus solely on third base due to an injury sustained last season.
Cora stated, “Rafael’s going to be playing third. We have no timeline for Romy right now.”
Potential Recovery Timeline
- Cora noted that Gonzalez could miss up to four weeks if his treatment and rehabilitation do not progress well.
- Gonzalez was diagnosed with a quad contusion on April 29 after taking a foul ball off his leg during batting practice before a game against Toronto.
- The Red Sox had hoped for a return by late May or early June, but those expectations were tempered by a recent announcement from Major League Baseball (MLB). The league has implemented new rules allowing players who suffer injuries from foul balls during batting practice an additional week for recovery.
Gonzalez is eligible to return from the injured list on May 18, but it remains uncertain if he will be ready by then or if further time will be required.
Cora reiterated, “Like I told you guys yesterday, we have no timeline right now.”
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