Overview
- The Red Sox placed Kiner-Falefa on the 10-day injured list, a move that was backdated to June 19 and announced Saturday.
- Club doctors ordered an MRI after his left forearm swelling worsened following the team's flight to Seattle and the scan showed inflammation.
- Boston recalled infielder Anthony Seigler from Triple-A Worcester to fill the roster spot and provide in-game flexibility.
- Kiner-Falefa had become an everyday, multi-position option after Trevor Story's injury and was hitting roughly .277 with a strong defensive grade before the IL stint.
- The team is also managing other infield health issues, including a rehab setback for Romy Gonzalez, and Kiner-Falefa will not be eligible to return until about June 29 at the earliest, which raises short-term roster and lineup concerns.