Rafaela Exits First Game Back with Hamstring Tightness
Boston's Ceddanne Rafaela left his return game early with right hamstring tightness, potentially facing another IL stint.
Ceddanne Rafaela was activated from the injured list and returned to action against the Guardians, but exited the game with right hamstring tightness. The injury occurred in his very first game back, suggesting a possible setback to the same or related issue. Hamstring tightness in a player just returning from IL is a significant red flag for availability. Another IL placement is a realistic outcome pending evaluation.
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