Curtis Mead leaves Red Sox debut after being hit by pitch

Curtis Mead's debut with the Boston Red Sox was cut short on July 27, 2026, after he was hit by a pitch on his hand during his second plate appearance against the Oakland Athletics in Sacramento. Following the incident, the Red Sox reported that Mead sustained a left wrist contusion, but X-rays revealed no fractures. Mead was acquired from the Washington Nationals just days earlier on July 25, raising concerns about his immediate availability. Although he may miss some time, the initial assessment suggests he may have avoided a serious injury.

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