Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Willson Contreras (Red Sox first baseman) was hit by a 94 mph sinker on his right hand in the first inning against Tampa Bay on May 10, 2026. X-rays came back negative for structural damage, with the injury diagnosed as a right hand contusion. Contreras was pulled from the game and sat out Tuesday's series opener against Philadelphia but was expected to return Wednesday. He has been one of Boston's most productive hitters this season (.259/.380/.467 with 8 HRs through 166 PA) and is tied for the league lead with 8 hit-by-pitches. Manager Chad Tracy indicated Contreras was doing better, hitting in the cage and taking batting practice, though still experiencing some soreness.
Strengths
- + Negative X-rays on right hand
- + Expected to return midweek
- + Able to hit in cage and take batting practice
- + One of Red Sox's most productive offensive contributors
- + Only third absence from starting lineup in 41 games
- + Manager expressed optimism about recovery
Weaknesses
- - Hit by 94 mph pitch directly on right hand
- - Had been experiencing discomfort in left hand for about a week prior
- - Tied for league lead in HBP (8) suggesting vulnerability at plate
- - Red Sox offense already struggling for consistent production
- - Soreness still present as of May 12
Injury Status: day-to-day -- Right hand contusion from 94 mph sinker; X-rays negative; prior left hand discomfort
About
Angel Contreras is a shortstop for the Milwaukee Brewers.
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