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Red Sox Leave Door Open for Marcelo Mayer’s Postseason Return After Wrist Surgery Progress

Cora says the 22-year-old infielder has begun light on-field work with any postseason role dependent on medical clearance.

Marcelo Mayer has been out since July with a wrist injury.
Boston Red Sox right fielder Roman Anthony, left, talks with teammate Marcelo Mayer during warmups before making his Major League debut in a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park on Monday. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
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Overview

  • Mayer has resumed baseball activities, playing catch, taking dry swings, and fielding ground balls after August surgery to repair a right-wrist TFCC tear.
  • Alex Cora did not rule out a late-October activation, saying "I bet he’s pushing," while stopping short of any commitment.
  • Reporters observed Mayer without a brace at Fenway Park, signaling a step forward in his rehabilitation.
  • Although the operation was initially described as season-ending with a three-month timeline to full strength, Mayer is technically eligible to be activated because his IL stint began July 24.
  • Boston has clinched a postseason berth, so any decision on Mayer would weigh medical clearance, roster needs, and his 2025 profile of strong infield defense and a .228/.272/.402 line in 44 games.