Willson Contreras returns to the Red Sox lineup against the Royals

The Boston Red Sox activated first baseman Willson Contreras from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. The team slotted the slugger into the cleanup spot for the final game of their series against the Kansas City Royals. Contreras had been sidelined due to injury, missing time during the current stretch of the season. His return provides the Red Sox with a primary option in the middle of the order for the series finale. The organization made the roster move official ahead of the first pitch on Sunday.

• 7:43 PMESPN — Red Sox get slugger Contreras back into lineup
• 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox reinstate Willson Contreras from injured list