# Boston Red Sox player injury returns

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/boston-red-sox-player-injury-returns
> Updated: 2026-08-29T02:30:35.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The Boston Red Sox have begun reintegrating key players into their roster following significant injury absences. In mid-August, the team prepared for the return of shortstop Trevor Story, who had been sidelined since mid-May due to surgery for a sports hernia, alongside Roman Anthony and Isiah Kiner-Falefa.

By late August, the Red Sox officially activated both Roman Anthony and Trevor Story from the 60-day injured list. Anthony, 22, returned after missing 100 games with a sprained right wrist, while Story, 33, returned after missing 92 games. 

Ahead of a series finale against the New York Yankees, the team utilized both players immediately: Anthony appeared in the leadoff spot as the designated hitter, and Story started at shortstop. To facilitate these roster moves, the Red Sox optioned catcher/designated hitter Mickey Gasper and infielder Anthony Seigler to Triple-A Worcester. These activations are intended to provide a boost to the roster as the team continues its playoff race.

## Claims

- The Boston Red Sox activated Roman Anthony and Trevor Story from the 60-day injured list on Sunday. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Mickey Gasper and Anthony Seigler were optioned to Triple-A Worcester to make room for the activations. (single source)
- Roman Anthony missed 100 games due to a sprained right wrist. (single source)
- Trevor Story missed 92 games due to a sports hernia. (single source)
- Roman Anthony played as the leadoff designated hitter in the series finale against the Yankees. (single source)
- Trevor Story started at shortstop and batted eighth in the lineup. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: Boston Red Sox activate Roman Anthony and Trevor Story

The Boston Red Sox activated outfielder Roman Anthony and shortstop Trevor Story from the injured list for their series finale against the New York Yankees.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/boston-red-sox-activate-roman-anthony-and-trevor-story

### 2026-08-17: Boston Red Sox manage roster returns for Trevor Story and others

Trevor Story could return to the Boston Red Sox as early as Friday following rehab assignments for a sports hernia. The team also faces roster decisions involving Roman Anthony and Isiah Kiner-Falefa.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/boston-red-sox-manage-roster-returns-for-trevor-story-and-others

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