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Red Sox insert Willson Contreras in lineup ahead of Diamondbacks game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:49 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Red Sox insert Willson Contreras in lineup ahead of Diamondbacks game

Summary

The Boston Red Sox prepare to face the Arizona Diamondbacks at Fenway Park on Monday night following a series loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Manager Chad Tracy has made key lineup changes, including starting All-Star Willson Contreras, who missed the last game due to minor injuries. Contreras, batting cleanup and playing first base, has had a strong season with 24 home runs. The Red Sox currently hold a 66-58 record, placing them third in the American League as they look to bounce back against the Diamondbacks before hosting the San Francisco Giants later this week.

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By the Numbers

•Red Sox lost 2 of 3 games to Pirates
•Contreras returns to starting lineup at first base
•Boston has 66-58 record, third in AL standings
•Red Sox face Diamondbacks before Giants series
•Contreras has 24 home runs this season

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11:49 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Red Sox Announce Willson Contreras Decision Before Diamondbacks Series

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The Boston Red Sox are coming off a series loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates, dropping two of three games before Monday night’s matchup with the Arizona Diamondbacks at Fenway Park. Ahead of the matchup, Red Sox manager Chad Tracy made some notable changes to his lineup as Boston prepares to face Diamondbacks left-handed pitcher Mitch […] The post Boston Red Sox Announce Willson Contreras Decision Before Diamondbacks Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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