Red Sox provide injury updates after win over Rangers

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:36 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Red Sox provide injury updates after win over Rangers
Summary

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.

Source Links
Status Watch
  • 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.
Latest Updates
  • 12:36 PMYahoo SportsRed Sox Provide Pair of Injury Updates Following Win Over Rangers
What they're saying
"

Here's the latest on Contreras and Chapman following Thursday's win.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days