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MLB·INJURY·September 30, 2026 04:36 PM ET

Red Sox lose Roman Anthony to wrist damage, Jones leads off

Wrist issue differs from prior finger injury

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Boston outfielder Roman Anthony has damage to muscles in his wrist that is different than the finger injury he previousl Via @JeffPassan on X

What happened: Manager Chad Tracy said Roman Anthony has muscle damage in his wrist separate from the finger injury he previously suffered. Boston is working to replace the outfielder on the roster, with Jahmai Jones moving atop the lineup tonight.

Why it matters: Anthony had held the leadoff spot, so the shift changes the top of Boston's order. A roster replacement would lock in the outfield shuffle heading into the final days of September.

What to watch: Watch for Boston to formalize the roster move and for Jones to open tonight atop the lineup.

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