Overview
- Rutschman hyperextended his right elbow on a swing during the Aug. 24 game against the Miami Marlins and has missed multiple starts since then.
- Imaging on the elbow produced no unexpected findings, but Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy said Tuesday that the issue will likely need monitoring through the rest of the season.
- Boston is treating Rutschman as day-to-day and plans scheduled rest instead of an injured-list stint, with the club checking his pregame throwing and hitting before activation.
- Connor Wong has filled primary catching duties in Rutschman’s absence, and Rutschman has struggled at the plate since the Aug. 3 trade, hitting .170 with a .500 OPS in 15 games for Boston.
- The injury raises roster and postseason questions because Boston surrendered significant prospects to acquire Rutschman and is trying to balance short-term availability with avoiding a longer-term setback.