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Red Sox C Adley Rutschman (Elbow) Out of Lineup Against Mariners
Chad Tracy said Rutschman’s hyperextended elbow will likely be an issue for the rest of the season as Boston manages its catcher depth.
On Tuesday, Boston Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy announced that catcher Adley Rutschman would miss his second consecutive game due to a hyperextended elbow that may linger throughout the season.
The injury occurred on August 24 during a game against the Miami Marlins when Rutschman hyperextended his elbow on an aggressive swing; Tracy initially called it a 'little irritation.'
Since the Red Sox acquired the three-time All-Star from the Baltimore Orioles in August, Rutschman has batted.170 with two extra-base hits in 15 games, while Connor Wong started behind the plate.
Although an MRI revealed nothing unexpected, Tracy said it is 'possible' Rutschman returns for Wednesday's game against the Mariners as the team manages his workload carefully.
Officials are exploring different avenues to alleviate the discomfort while keeping Rutschman available throughout the final stretch, with Tracy emphasizing the need for rest periods to prevent deterioration.