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Red Sox Place Roman Anthony on IL With Oblique Strain, Out 4–6 Weeks

The 21-year-old breakout, fresh off a $130 million extension, has anchored the top of the order, leaving Boston to lean on depth during a tight playoff race.

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BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 1: Roman Anthony #19 of the Boston Red Sox hits a single during the second inning of a game against the Cleveland Guardians on September 1, 2025 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.
Kyle Hudson #84 of the Boston Red Sox runs alongside Roman Anthony #48 of the Boston Red Sox before a game against the Monterrey Sultanes on March 24, 2025 at Estadio Mobil Super in Monterrey, Mexico.
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Overview

  • An MRI confirmed a left oblique strain suffered on a check swing Tuesday, and manager Alex Cora said the rookie was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday.
  • Cora noted oblique strains typically require four to six weeks of recovery, likely sidelining Anthony for most or all of the regular season with postseason availability uncertain.
  • Boston recalled utilityman Nick Sogard from Triple-A Worcester as the club shuffles outfield and lineup duties to internal options.
  • Anthony has been one of the team’s most productive hitters since his June 9 debut, batting .292/.396/.463 with 8 home runs and earning AL Rookie of the Month for August.
  • The Red Sox entered Wednesday 2.5 games behind Toronto in the AL East and holding a top Wild Card position, with fellow outfielder Wilyer Abreu also on the IL.