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Willson Contreras leaves Red Sox game after being hit by a pitch

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Willson Contreras leaves Red Sox game after being hit by a pitch

Summary

Willson Contreras exited the Red Sox's game against the Texas Rangers in the eighth inning on September 17 after being hit by a pitch on his right hand. The injury occurred when he was struck by a sinker from Jakob Junis, which followed a leadoff walk by Wilyer Abreu. Contreras left the game in visible pain after being examined by a trainer. Prior to his exit, he had recorded one hit in three at-bats. The Red Sox were trailing the Rangers 3-1 at the time. Contreras had been hit by a pitch the previous night and had contributed a two-run home run in that contest. His status for future games remains unclear.

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By the Numbers

•Contreras left the game after being hit by a pitch.
•He was struck while the Rangers led 3-1.
•Prior to the injury, he had one hit in three at-bats.
•Contreras had been hit by a pitch the previous night.
•Trevor Story hit a three-run home run later in the game.

Latest Updates

4:30 AMESPN MLB — Contreras exits Red Sox's win at Texas after HBP
2:51 AMYahoo Sports — Willson Contreras leaves the Red Sox's game at Texas after being hit by a pitch

What they're saying

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Boston first baseman Willson Contreras left the Red Sox's game Thursday night against the Texas Rangers in the eighth inning after being hit by a pitch in the area of the right hand. Contreras was struck by a first-pitch sinker thrown by Jakob Junis after Wilyer Abreu drew a leadoff walk with the Rangers leading 3-1. Contreras walked to first base in obvious pain, was examined by a team trainer, and headed to the dugout.
— Yahoo Sports