After a disappointing 2022 Boston Red Sox season, the last thing the team needs is an injury to a player expected to help them bounce back in 2023.
So when it was revealed Triston Casas has had a knee issue while playing in the Dominican Winter League, the Red Sox front office likely went into panic mode. Fortunately, it appears the injury is a false alarm for Boston's slugging first-base prospect.
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SIGN UP HERE “He has been dealing with discomfort in one of his knees, but an MRI revealed no structural damage,” Casas’ Dominican Winter League team, the Licey Tigers announced in a statement Wednesday. “However, he will remain resting and is expected to be available starting Friday.”
While that news brings a sigh of relief, the Red Sox may want to put Casas on ice for the remainder of the MLB offseason. The 22-year-old already missed time during the 2022 campaign due to an ankle injury.
Casas showcased his power potential during his brief stint with the big-league club. In 27 games, he hit five homers with 12 RBI while posting a .766 OPS.