Boston Red Sox manage roster returns for Trevor Story and others

The Boston Red Sox face roster management challenges as several players begin rehab assignments this week. Shortstop Trevor Story, who has been sidelined since mid-May following surgery for a sports hernia, is eyeing a return to the lineup as early as Friday. Story is scheduled to undergo rehab assignments in Triple-A Worcester on Tuesday and Wednesday, with a formal re-evaluation set for Thursday.

In addition to Story, the team must determine how to integrate Roman Anthony and Isiah Kiner-Falefa back into the active roster. Manager Chad Tracy must balance these returning players with current roster members like Eli White and Anthony Seigler to maintain the team's position in the Wild Card race. The decision regarding Kiner-Falefa may involve choosing between his veteran versatility and the speed and defensive utility provided by White.