Ceddanne Rafaela leaves Red Sox game against Seattle with quad tightness

Boston Red Sox outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela exited Wednesday’s 8-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners in the seventh inning. Chad Tracy reported that Rafaela experienced quad tightness during the contest and attempted to continue playing before the team opted to remove him. The substitution occurred during a lopsided score, leading the organization to prioritize caution regarding his physical status. While officials characterized the injury as minor, the team remains mindful of previous scenarios where players were sidelined following similar mid-game exits. The Red Sox currently maintain a secure position in the postseason race, likely heading toward a No. 5 seed. With the regular season in its final stretch, the team continues to manage the health of its roster ahead of the playoffs.

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