Overview
- Caminero was hit on the left hand at the All‑Star Game, underwent X‑rays that showed no fracture, and has been treated for lingering soreness.
- The 23‑year‑old started at third base and batted third for Game 1 of the doubleheader at Fenway, saying “Everything’s OK” after the scare.
- Manager Kevin Cash said team staff monitored Caminero closely, including a FaceTime check-in that helped clear him to play day‑to‑day.
- Tampa Bay’s depth took a hit as Jake Fraley and Gavin Lux paused Triple‑A rehab and returned to St. Petersburg for further evaluation.
- Caminero entered the break as one of MLB’s top power hitters, so his availability matters for the Rays’ AL East lead, matchup planning against Boston’s left‑heavy rotation, and short‑term load management.