Aroldis Chapman unavailable for Red Sox as playoffs approach
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Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Boston Red Sox staged a comeback against the Texas Rangers, scoring three runs in the eighth to lead 4-3 and win the game. Aroldis Chapman did not pitch in the ninth due to a 'lat issue,' confirming he would be handled conservatively. Interim manager Chad Tracy indicated that keeping Chapman healthy for the postseason is a priority, as the team remains in a strong playoff position with an 83-70 record. Additionally, first baseman Willson Contreras is day-to-day with a bruised right hand but X-rays were negative. The Red Sox are focusing on maintaining player health as postseason play approaches.
- •Red Sox overcame a three-run deficit to beat the Rangers 4-3.
- •Chapman is dealing with a lat issue and was unavailable for the save.
- •The team's record is 83-70, with a comfortable Wild Card lead.
- •Willson Contreras is day-to-day with a bruised right hand.
- •The Red Sox prioritize player health ahead of the postseason.
- 4:59 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox news: Aroldis Chapman dealing with concerning injury with playoffs approaching
"In signature 2026 Boston Red Sox fashion , they rallied late and completed a comeback from three runs down against the Texas Rangers after they scored three runs in the eighth to take a 4-3 lead they would not relinquish. But even with the Red Sox facing a save situation in the bottom of the ninth, it wasn’t closer Aroldis Chapman who came off the […] The post Red Sox news: Aroldis Chapman dealing with concerning injury with playoffs approaching appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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