BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox were hit with a significant setback on Wednesday when their Gold Glove second baseman was forced to leave the game early against the Minnesota Twins due to a right shoulder injury. The unexpected exit has raised concerns about the stability and depth of Boston’s infield, coming at a critical time as the team prepares for the start of the season.
According to initial reports, the injury did not happen during a dramatic diving play, but rather while the player was reaching for a ball immediately afterward. Although early evaluations of the injury were described as “promising,” the Red Sox are approaching the situation cautiously. The team has scheduled an MRI to gain a clearer understanding of the extent of the damage, with results expected in the coming days to guide the next steps for both the player and the roster.
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That player is Brendan Rodgers, who has battled shoulder issues at various points throughout his seven-year MLB career. When healthy, Rodgers is an elite defender with the ability to change games in the field, but even a short absence could leave Boston scrambling for depth and force manager Alex Cora to make difficult roster adjustments.
Adding to the Red Sox’s concerns, Romy González is also dealing with injury, which leaves the team with limited options up the middle. Rodgers’ defensive presence and ability to stabilize the infield make this setback particularly concerning for Boston as it heads into early-season matchups.
Rodgers has shown flashes of brilliance throughout his career, including a career .261 batting average over 495 games. But injuries have often interrupted his contributions, making every absence from the field feel magnified. The Red Sox will be hoping the MRI shows nothing serious and that he can return quickly.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely. A clean MRI could ease concerns, but any setback could ripple through Boston’s lineup and disrupt the team’s plans for Opening Day. For now, it’s a tense wait as the Red Sox brace for the impact of yet another injury to a key player.