Red Sox expect Adley Rutschman to return for series against Kansas City

Boston Red Sox catcher Adley Rutschman is expected to return to the lineup this Friday for the opening game of a series against the Kansas City Royals. The team managed his right elbow injury by administering a cortisone shot following Monday's win against the Los Angeles Angels. This medical treatment allowed Rutschman to sit through two games against the Angels and a scheduled team off day on Thursday. Interim manager Chad Tracy and the organization have been carefully managing the injury since Rutschman hyperextended his elbow during an August 24 game against the Miami Marlins. While he missed several games during his recovery, the team has not indicated that a stint on the injured list is planned. Rutschman has hit four home runs since joining the Red Sox at the trade deadline and remains a key contributor to the team's postseason aspirations.

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