
Willson Contreras Placed on Injured List, Mickey Gasper Recalled
Willson Contreras, the first baseman for the Boston Red Sox, has been placed on the 10-day injured list as of Monday due to a left hamstring strain. He sustained the injury during Sunday’s game in New York.
To fill Contreras' spot on the roster, the Red Sox have recalled designated hitter Mickey Gasper. Contreras has been a key player for Boston this season, boasting a batting average of .274 with 26 home runs. Although the exact severity of his injury is still unclear, he has been managing hamstring tightness for the past month.
Mickey Gasper returns to the team after a brief stint in Triple-A Worcester. He has been performing well, hitting five home runs since his recall on August 17, and will start at first base in place of Contreras.