Alex Cora Gives Injury Updates On Red Sox Outfielders
The Boston Red Sox have been managing through a wave of injuries this summer, and manager Alex Cora provided clarity on the status of several key outfielders during his latest media session. With the season entering a critical stretch, the health of Boston’s lineup has become one of the biggest storylines around the team.
Cora addressed the progress of Jarren Duran, who has been sidelined with a toe injury. According to the manager, Duran has resumed light baseball activities and is expected to increase his workload over the next week. While he is not yet ready for full game action, Cora expressed optimism that Duran could return before the end of the current homestand if his recovery continues smoothly.
On the other hand, Tyler O’Neill, who has been dealing with a nagging groin issue, remains day-to-day. Cora noted that O’Neill has been working with the training staff to regain mobility and strength, but the club is being cautious to avoid setbacks. “He’s feeling better, but we want to make sure he’s completely comfortable before we put him back out there,” Cora said.
As for Wilyer Abreu, who has been out with a hamstring strain, the news is slightly more concerning. Cora revealed that Abreu’s timeline could extend longer than initially expected, as hamstring injuries often require patience. The team is monitoring his progress closely, but a definitive return date has not been set.
The injuries have forced Boston to mix and match defensively, with Rob Refsnyder and Ceddanne Rafaela shouldering more of the load in the outfield. While the patchwork approach has been serviceable, the Red Sox know that having their full complement of outfielders healthy is crucial for a postseason push.
Cora concluded by stressing the importance of long-term health over short-term fixes. “We want these guys ready for the stretch run,” he said. “The goal is to get them back when they’re 100 percent, not just close.”
