Red Sox change lineup before game against Diamondbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 9:26 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Boston Red Sox adjusted their lineup ahead of a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 17. Designated hitter Jahmai Jones, a standout in recent weeks, was removed shortly before the first pitch. Jones had significantly improved his performance since joining Boston, but the reasons for his removal remain unclear. Mickey Gasper was substituted into the designated hitter role, and second baseman Nick Sogard was promoted to leadoff hitter by interim manager Chad Tracy.
- •Jahmai Jones removed from lineup hours before game
- •Mickey Gasper takes over at designated hitter role
- •Nick Sogard moved up to leadoff hitter
- •Jones had been a productive hitter since joining Red Sox
- •Match against Arizona Diamondbacks scheduled for August 17
- 9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox remove surging hitter from lineup hours before D-Backs game
"The Boston Red Sox made a change to their lineup before a matchup with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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