Marcelo Mayer scratched from Red Sox lineup due to stiffness

Marcelo Mayer was scratched from the Boston Red Sox's lineup for the series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays on June 10 due to back and neck stiffness, as announced by interim manager Chad Tracy. Mayer woke up with the stiffness but may be available to pinch-hit if he feels better in time. This absence adds to the Red Sox's struggles, as they are already missing key players like Roman Anthony and Trevor Story. Mayer performed well earlier in the series, hitting a homer and a two-run double but has had a difficult season overall with a batting average of.224. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will start at shortstop in Mayer's place.

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