Willson Contreras expresses love for Boston amid fan criticism
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:17 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Willson Contreras is a key contributor for the Boston Red Sox this season, hitting.284 with a career-high 25 home runs. Despite receiving boos from fans for not running hard on a ground ball during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 20, he remains committed to the team. Contreras attributed his lack of hustle to a leg injury, insisting he is in the right place to play baseball. The Red Sox are looking for strong performances as they aim to secure their playoff position in the coming weeks.
- •Contreras has 25 home runs this season.
- •He was booed for jogging on a ground ball.
- •He justified his actions due to a leg injury.
- •Contreras insists Boston is the right city for him.
- •Red Sox are focusing on securing a playoff spot.
- 1:17 PMYahoo Sports — Willson Contreras Doubles Down On Love For Boston Despite Fans Booing Him
"Willson Contreras has been a great addition for the Boston Red Sox this season
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