Red Sox activate Anthony and Story from injured list for stretch run
The Red Sox activated outfielder Roman Anthony and shortstop Trevor Story from the injured list on Sunday after each missed more than three months. Both players expressed readiness to contribute to Boston's September push.
The Red Sox activated outfielder Roman Anthony and shortstop Trevor Story from the injured list on Sunday, per MLB.com. Both players had been sidelined for more than three months, according to Yahoo Sports. Anthony and Story return to Boston's roster as the team enters September with the playoff race in view. The activation restores offensive depth and defensive stability at positions the Red Sox will depend on in the coming weeks. Anthony will slot into the outfield rotation while Story assumes shortstop duties, addressing gaps created by their extended absences. Official injury details for either player, the specific timeline of their respective recoveries, or the exact dates of their IL placement are not specified in the available source material.
Two key contributors to the Red Sox offense and defense return from the injured list after absences exceeding three months, arriving as the team enters the final stretch.
Watch how quickly Anthony and Story find rhythm in game action after their long absence, and whether their return measurably lifts Boston's offensive output or defensive positioning down the stretch. If both stay healthy, the depth they provide could influence playoff seeding.
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