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Trevor Story starts rehab assignment as Red Sox aim for playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:20 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Trevor Story starts rehab assignment as Red Sox aim for playoffs

Summary

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story has begun a rehab assignment in Triple-A, aiming to return from a sports hernia injury. Story has not played since May 14 and was limited to 41 games this season, posting a.206 batting average. Despite his struggles, he expressed confidence in regaining full strength after surgery. Interim manager Chad Tracy indicated that there will be room for Story and current infielder Andruw Monasterio in the lineup. The Red Sox are hopeful that Story can contribute as they make a push towards the playoffs.

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Status Watch

•Trevor Story has not played since May 14 due to injury.
•He has a.206 batting average across 41 games this season.
•Story's rehab assignment is aimed at a playoff return.
•Chad Tracy plans to incorporate both Story and Monasterio in the lineup.
•The Red Sox are focused on securing a playoff spot.

Latest Updates

6:42 PMYahoo Sports — Trevor Story’s Red Sox Return Delayed Despite Encouraging Rehab
3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox SS Trevor Story Puts Doubt to Rest Ahead of Return From Injury

What they're saying

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After not playing since May 14th, Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story is finally on a rehab assignment in Triple-A, working to get back for a playoff run.Story has played in just 41 games this season, and was battling through a sports hernia injury during that time. Eventually, it became too much to play through, […] The post Red Sox SS Trevor Story Puts Doubt to Rest Ahead of Return From Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports