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Red Sox lineup: For series finale, Red Sox place two veterans on IL; Willson Contreras sits

The Boston Red Sox face a challenging series finale as key players are sidelined by injuries.

By · Published August 19, 2026  10:01 UTC · Updated August 20, 2026  22:27 UTC

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The Red Sox faced roster challenges as they placed two veterans on the injured list ahead of a series finale. The team's bullpen depth was further tested with the addition of Justin Slaten, who had been managing an elbow issue throughout the season.

Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: The Boston Red Sox face a challenging series finale as key players are sidelined by injuries.
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The Boston Red Sox have placed two veterans on the injured list ahead of their series finale. The Red Sox announced that pitcher Justin Slaten had been dealing with an elbow issue throughout the season. The Boston Globe and Yahoo Sports confirmed the injury, with the latter noting that Slaten had shared a grim injury update.

The Boston Globe also emphasized the thinning of the Red Sox bullpen. Contreras' absence was announced by heavy.com. The Red Sox lineup for the series finale will see Willson Contreras sitting out, adding to the team's challenges.

The exact nature of Contreras' absence has not been specified.

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Which Red Sox players are currently on the injured list?

Justin Slaten and another veteran, whose name is not specified, are on the injured list. Willson Contreras is also sitting out the series finale.

What is the nature of Justin Slaten's injury?

Justin Slaten has been dealing with an elbow issue all season. The exact details of his injury have not been specified.

Why is Willson Contreras sitting out the series finale?

The reason for Willson Contreras' absence has not been specified.

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