Red Sox outfielder Tyler O’Neill sidelined with knee soreness
Red Sox outfielder Tyler O’Neill is facing a setback due to knee soreness, leading to his absence in the upcoming game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Manager Alex Cora has confirmed that O’Neill is considered day-to-day and is expected to miss additional games as a precautionary measure. Despite starting the season strong, O’Neill has struggled at the plate recently, with a significant increase in strikeouts and a batting average of .151 since May. The team remains hopeful that O’Neill’s absence will be short-lived and that he will not require a stint on the injured list.
Changes in Red Sox lineup for upcoming game
With Tyler O’Neill sidelined, the Red Sox have made adjustments to their lineup for the upcoming game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Jarren Duran, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Wilyer Abreu will replace O’Neill in the outfield, while Garrett Cooper will serve as the designated hitter. In addition, David Hamilton will start at shortstop in place of the injured player. The team will rely on Tanner Houck as their starting pitcher, as they aim to avoid a three-game sweep by the Brewers. Houck has been a standout performer for the Red Sox this season, showcasing impressive statistics in various pitching categories.
Key matchup between Red Sox and Brewers at Fenway Park
The Red Sox will face off against the Milwaukee Brewers in a crucial game at Fenway Park, with Tanner Houck taking the mound for Boston. Houck, who has been a standout performer for the team, will be tasked with shutting down the Brewers’ offense led by Tobias Myers. The Red Sox lineup will see significant changes due to Tyler O’Neill’s absence, with young talents like Jarren Duran and Wilyer Abreu stepping up to fill the void. Fans can catch the action live on NESN or MLB Network, as the two teams battle it out for a much-needed win.