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Red Sox Activate Wilyer Abreu, Start His Return as DH vs. Rays

His return offers a timely lift to a lineup that has struggled to score during a tightening Wild Card chase.

Wilyer Abreu is ready to help the Red Sox clinch the postseason.
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Aug 17, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox right fielder Wilyer Abreu (52) hits a two run home run during the fourth inning against the Miami Marlins at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Boston reinstated the outfielder from the 10-day IL after more than a month out with a right calf strain, his first game action since Aug. 17.
  • Abreu is in Sunday night’s lineup as the designated hitter as the club eases him back into game speed.
  • The Red Sox designated catcher Ali Sánchez for assignment to open a roster spot for Abreu.
  • Abreu has produced a .253/.325/.486 line with 22 home runs this season and is an elite defender who won the 2024 Gold Glove in right field.
  • Manager Alex Cora and Abreu said he is ready to help down the stretch, addressing a recent offensive dip compounded by other injuries such as Roman Anthony’s oblique.