Trevor Story nears return from sports hernia surgery for Red Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:17 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story is recovering from sports hernia surgery and could return by the end of August. Interim manager Chad Tracy noted that while Story's return isn't imminent, he is getting closer to playing in minor league games. With Story and other infielders on the injured list, Andruw Monasterio has taken over shortstop duties, performing adequately with a.782 OPS. Discussion of Story’s future position remains open as the team navigates injuries.
- •Story has been sidelined since May due to surgery.
- •Tracy reports Story is getting closer to minor league games.
- •Monasterio is performing well in Story's absence.
- •The Red Sox explored shortstop trades before the trade deadline.
- •Story signed a six-year, $140 million deal before the 2022 season.
- 1:17 PMYahoo Sports — Making Sense of Red Sox's Trevor Story Injury Update
"Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story is recovering from sports hernia surgery.
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