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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Willson Contreras suffered a right hand contusion from a 94-mph sinker by Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Nick Martinez on Sunday. X-rays came back negative. He was held out of Tuesday's lineup against Philadelphia but showed improvement by Wednesday, hitting in the cage and taking batting practice. Manager Chad Tracy expressed optimism about his return, noting he was "doing a lot better" and expected to be available for Wednesday's game. Contreras remains one of Boston's best hitters with a .847 OPS, 8 home runs, and 23 RBIs in 39 games. He has been hit by pitches 8 times this season (tied for league lead) and 137 times in his career.
Strengths
- + Elite offensive production (.847 OPS, team-leading 23 RBIs and 8 HRs)
- + Negative X-rays indicate no fracture
- + Rapid recovery trajectory - hitting in cage by day after injury
- + Manager expressing cautious optimism about quick return
- + Proven track record as dangerous hitter despite frequent HBPs
- + 143 OPS+ demonstrates above-average production
- + Experience dealing with hand injuries throughout career
Weaknesses
- - Right hand contusion from direct impact
- - Tied for league-lead in HBPs (8) - recurring injury concern
- - Missed Tuesday's lineup due to soreness
- - Hand injuries can linger and affect swing mechanics
- - Precedent with teammate Roman Anthony's hand injury requiring IL stint
- - Career history of 137 HBPs suggests vulnerability to this type of injury
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
Willson Contreras is a first baseman for the Boston Red Sox.
Player Overview
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Boston Red Sox
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