Roman Anthony nears return to Red Sox after injury rehabilitation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 3:13 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Roman Anthony is close to rejoining the Boston Red Sox after a lengthy stint on the injury list, which began following an injury to his right wrist in May. The 22-year-old outfielder expressed relief and excitement at the prospect of returning, having faced criticism during his rehabilitation process. Before the injury, Anthony had a batting average of.229 and was working on his swing during rehab with Triple-A Worcester, where he posted a.333 average and 1.051 OPS. The Red Sox are competing for a Wild Card spot and will determine Anthony's status ahead of a weekend series against the New York Yankees.
- •Roman Anthony's injury led to a long healing process since May.
- •He was hitting.333 with a 1.051 OPS in Triple-A rehabilitation.
- •Anthony addressed criticism during his recovery, focusing on his return.
- •The Red Sox are currently in contention for a Wild Card spot.
- •The team's decision on Anthony will precede a key series against the Yankees.
- 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Roman Anthony’s Red Sox Return Delayed Before Crucial Yankees Series
- 3:13 PMYahoo Sports — Roman Anthony Addresses Critics as Red Sox Slugger Finally Nears Return After Long IL Stint
"There’s been plenty of noise surrounding Roman Anthony's rehab from an injury he suffered in May. The 22-year-old is ready to block it all out and rejoin the Red Sox.
"Roman Anthony will not open the Red Sox’s crucial series against the Yankees, but his latest rehab performance offered encouragement about a possible return.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 5:15 PMRoman Anthony’s Red Sox Return Delayed Before Crucial Yankees Series
Roman Anthony will not open the Red Sox’s crucial series against the Yankees, but his latest rehab performance offered encouragement about a possible return.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 3:13 PMRoman Anthony Addresses Critics as Red Sox Slugger Finally Nears Return After Long IL Stint
There’s been plenty of noise surrounding Roman Anthony's rehab from an injury he suffered in May. The 22-year-old is ready to block it all out and rejoin the Red Sox.
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