Overview
- Willson Contreras left Wednesday’s game early after reaching base in both plate appearances with an RBI single and a walk, and the team said the exit was caused by an illness.
- The Red Sox explicitly said the departure was not connected to the July 31 helmet impact that previously prompted a concussion evaluation.
- Interim manager Chad Tracy said Contreras felt sick, had a rising temperature and experienced some dizziness, leading the club to remove him as a precaution.
- Boston made in-game defensive changes with Nick Sogard shifting to first base and Anthony Seigler entering at second, and the team said it will provide further updates on Contreras’ availability after the game.
- Contreras ranks among Boston’s top offensive producers this season and any absence would strain a lineup already missing key players on the injured list, including Adley Rutschman who is nearing a return.