Roman Anthony Activated Off 60-Day IL for Red Sox
Boston's top outfield prospect returns from a right wrist sprain that sidelined him since early May, slotting in primarily as DH.
Roman Anthony has been activated off the 60-day IL after missing since early May with a right wrist sprain. He posted a 141 wRC+ in 303 PA last season but was below average in 130 PA before the injury this year. With Masataka Yoshida also out, Anthony is expected to serve primarily as designated hitter. Mickey Gasper was optioned to Triple-A Worcester to clear roster space.
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