Willson Contreras appeals suspension, plays for Red Sox against Angels
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 12:39 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Willson Contreras is in the Red Sox lineup as they face the Angels tonight in Anaheim. His seven-game suspension for a brawl with the Washington Nationals is currently under appeal, allowing him to play. Nate Eaton, also suspended, is joining him in the starting lineup. The Red Sox start a road trip before the All-Star break with a 20-21 record away from home. The team looks to improve on their recent performance against the Angels, having been swept by them last June.
- •Contreras's suspension stems from a bench-clearing brawl.
- •The Red Sox are starting their final road trip before the All-Star break.
- •Boston has a 20-21 road record this season.
- •The game against the Angels is scheduled for 9:38 p.m. ET.
- •The Red Sox lineup includes Nate Eaton and Wilyer Abreu.
- 12:39 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox lineup: Willson Contreras, his suspension on appeal, still at first base
"Willson Contreras has decided to appeal and is eligible as the Red Sox begin their road trip.
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