Connor Wong boosts Red Sox as catcher amid playoff push
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 4:14 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Connor Wong has emerged as a critical player for the Boston Red Sox this season, showcasing his hitting skills with a.294 batting average and contributing 15 RBI in 38 games. His performance comes as the team sweeps two of three series, winning 10 of their last 12 games. Previously shaky at the catcher position, Wong’s success offers a temporary solution while the Red Sox consider long-term options. Despite a streaky history, the team may benefit from starting Wong over Carlos Narvaez going forward.
- •Wong is hitting.294 with eight doubles and one home run this season.
- •The Red Sox are on a hot streak, winning 10 of 12 games.
- •Wong has a history of inconsistent performance in previous seasons.
- •The team may need to address catcher and other positions for the future.
- •Wong's future as a primary catcher remains uncertain beyond this season.
- 4:14 AMYahoo Sports — Connor Wong's strong season gives the Red Sox a temporary solution at catcher
"Catcher has been a weakness for Boston; now they have an answer, at least for the moment.
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