Red Sox consider resting Willson Contreras amid heavy workload
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 10:24 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Boston Red Sox may need to rest Willson Contreras as the season nears its end. Contreras leads the American League in hit by pitches and has recently had difficulties at the plate, batting only.167 in August. Despite showing signs of improvement in his last two games, the team's management is contemplating a short stint on the injured list to ensure he is healthy for postseason play. Current alternatives for first base include Nick Sogard, Romy Gonzalez, and Connor Wong.
- •Contreras has suffered multiple injuries this season.
- •He is hitting.280/.389/.529/.918 this season.
- •Red Sox snapped a losing streak with a 7-1 victory against Toronto.
- •Boston is considering a brief injured list stint for Contreras.
- •Alternatives for first base are available if he rests.
- 10:24 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox may need to give Willson Contreras a break before his heavy workload catches up
"With the end of the season near, giving Contreras some time off might be in Boston's best interest.
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