Red Sox breakout star will return next week to provide a significant boost.
The Boston Red Sox offense has taken a significant hit recently due to injuries, but they could have an essential piece back as soon as next week.
Boston is now without outfielder Tyler O’Neill, who has a knee ailment. O’Neill was just placed on the Injured List, but it appears like his absence will be brief, with him returning as early as Wednesday, according to MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo.
“O’Neill got a Cortisone shot (Thursday) and hopes to be back when eligible Wednesday,” Cotillo stated.
If O’Neill can return on Wednesday, he should provide the Red Sox with much-needed power in the middle of the lineup. O’Neill was once one of baseball’s top hitters, but he dropped off before being placed on the injured list.
There have been reports that he was battling with the knee problem for a while before being placed on the Injured List, which could explain his current struggles. If he is totally prepared to go on Wednesday, it will hopefully be a hint that he will be able to recover quickly thereafter.
O’Neill has likely been Boston’s finest power hitter this season, leading the team with 11 home runs despite being on the Injured List.
Boston’s starting rotation has likely been the finest in baseball, keeping the team in games despite several injuries. The Red Sox’ offense will need to improve if they are to challenge for a postseason spot, and O’Neill’s return could help.
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