Contreras Hand Injury: No Fracture Feared, But Still Sore
Red Sox catcher Willson Contreras is dealing with a sore hand but is cautiously optimistic he escaped a fracture.
Willson Contreras sustained a hand injury and is reporting significant soreness, though he believes no fracture occurred. His status remains uncertain as the hand has not fully recovered. The Red Sox have not yet confirmed a timeline for his return or placed him on the IL. His availability for upcoming games is in question until the soreness subsides.
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