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Red Sox Expect Wilyer Abreu to Be Activated for Sunday Finale vs. Rays

A cautious clearance process sets up a timely boost for a lineup that has lacked power during Boston’s playoff push.

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
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Overview

  • Manager Alex Cora said Abreu will most likely be activated before Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay after one final prep day.
  • Abreu completed workouts at Fenway, then rejoined the club in Tampa as the training staff chose to wait an extra day before activation.
  • The right fielder has been out since Aug. 17 with a right calf strain and says he feels strong and ready to go.
  • This season he is hitting .253/.325/.486 with 22 home runs and 69 RBI, pairing middle-order power with Gold Glove defense.
  • Boston’s offense has cooled during his absence, compounded by Roman Anthony’s oblique injury, increasing Abreu’s value for the stretch run.