Red Sox provide injury updates after win over Rangers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:36 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Red Sox defeated the Rangers 4-3 on September 17, 2026, avoiding a series sweep. However, injuries to Willson Contreras and Aroldis Chapman raised concerns. Contreras exited the game after being hit in the hand, but x-rays were negative. Chapman was unavailable due to lat tightness, with the team opting to use Garrett Whitlock as closer. The Red Sox's playoff aspirations hinge on managing these injuries effectively as they prepare for a series against the Rays.
- •Red Sox won 4-3 against Rangers on September 17, 2026.
- •Willson Contreras injured his hand but x-rays showed no fracture.
- •Aroldis Chapman is dealing with lat tightness.
- •Garrett Whitlock closed the game in Chapman's absence.
- •Red Sox face the Rays next as playoffs approach.
- 12:36 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Provide Pair of Injury Updates Following Win Over Rangers
"Here's the latest on Contreras and Chapman following Thursday's win.
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