Overview

• Jansen was traded from the Blue Jays to the Red Sox in July, weeks after the game was suspended.
• He will catch for the Red Sox while a pinch hitter takes his place for the Blue Jays.
• This unique situation arose because Jansen was at bat for Toronto when the game was halted.
• Red Sox manager Alex Cora confirmed Jansen's role in the historic game.
• Jansen has hit .257 with two home runs since joining Boston.