Red Sox rest catcher Adley Rutschman for game against the Angels
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 9:48 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
The Boston Red Sox left catcher Adley Rutschman out of the starting lineup for their Tuesday game against the Los Angeles Angels. This decision follows a Monday performance where Rutschman went 1-4 with a three-run home run during a 5-2 victory. The win marked the fifth consecutive victory for Boston as the team continues a push for a Wild Card spot in the American League. Connor Wong will take over starting duties behind the plate for the current matchup. The team plans to provide Rutschman with periodic rest as they look to maintain momentum for the remainder of the season. Rutschman has played 19 games for Boston since joining the team, hitting.188 with four home runs and nine RBI.
- •Adley Rutschman was absent from the Boston lineup for the game on September 8, 2026.
- •Connor Wong started at catcher in place of Rutschman.
- •The Red Sox entered Tuesday's game following a 5-2 victory against the Los Angeles Angels.
- •Boston has compiled a five-game winning streak as of September 8, 2026.
- •Rutschman has recorded seven hits, three home runs, and five RBI in his previous seven games.
- 9:48 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Make Decision on Adley Rutchman After Angels Victory
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