BALTIMORE — The Boston Red Sox put outfielder Tyler O’Neill on the 10-day injured list with right knee inflammation before Wednesday night’s game at Baltimore.
The move was retroactive to Sunday, the day after O’Neill left a game against Milwaukee with knee soreness.
O’Neill is hitting .236 with a team-high 11 home runs and 17 RBIs on the season. The Red Sox acquired him in an offseason trade with St. Louis.
To fill O’Neill’s spot on the active roster, Boston recalled infielder Enmanuel Valdez from Triple-A Worcester. Valdez has hit .156 in 28 games for the Red Sox this season.
Tyler O’Neill, a Canadian outfielder for the Boston Red Sox, has been placed on the 10-day Injured List (IL) due to right knee inflammation. This news comes as a blow to both O’Neill and the Red Sox, as he has been a key player for the team this season.
O’Neill has been dealing with knee issues for some time now, but it appears that the inflammation has become too much to play through. The decision to place him on the IL was made in order to give him time to rest and recover, with the hope that he will be able to return to the lineup as soon as possible.
In his absence, the Red Sox will have to rely on other players to step up and fill the void left by O’Neill. This could be an opportunity for someone else on the roster to showcase their skills and prove themselves as a valuable asset to the team.
Knee injuries can be particularly tricky for athletes, as they can impact mobility and overall performance on the field. It is important for O’Neill to take the necessary time to rest and rehabilitate in order to prevent further damage and ensure a full recovery.
The Red Sox will be monitoring O’Neill’s progress closely and will provide updates on his condition as they become available. In the meantime, fans of the team will have to wait and see how the rest of the roster fares in his absence.
Overall, this news serves as a reminder of the physical toll that playing professional sports can take on athletes. It is important for players like O’Neill to prioritize their health and well-being in order to have long and successful careers in the game.