Red Sox Insider Breaks Down The Impact Of Roman Anthony's Slow Start

TL;DR

Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony is on the 10-day injured list due to a sprained ligament in his right ring finger but is eligible to return by May 15. His slow start to the season has raised concerns, but the team is relieved his injury is not serious.

Key points

Roman Anthony is on the 10-day injured list.
He has a sprained ligament in his right ring finger.
Anthony is eligible to return by May 15.
His performance this season has been below expectations.
The Red Sox are relieved his injury is not serious.

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Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony

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The Boston Red Sox breathed a sigh of relief after hearing that Roman Anthony's hand injury was not serious.

The Red Sox placed Anthony on the 10-day injured list with a sprained ligament under his right ring finger last week, but he is eligible to return to the lineup as soon as May 15. Boston will be happy to have the 21-year-old phenom back in action, despite his struggles this season.

Anthony had an impressive rookie season, slashing .292/.396/.463 with eight home runs and 32 RBIs, and was expected to have a breakout sophomore season. The 21-year-old has struggled, however, slashing a mere .229/.354/.321 with only one home run and five RBIs in 30 games.

With Boston trading away Rafael Devers and failing to bring back Alex Bregman in free agency this offseason, a lot of the pressure for the offense's success has fallen on Anthony's shoulders. On the latest episode of "The Fenway Rundown" podcast, MassLive's Sean McAdam the sophomore outfielder's slow start to the season and the impact that it's had on the Red Sox.

Q&A

What is the status of Roman Anthony's injury?

Roman Anthony is on the 10-day injured list due to a sprained ligament in his right ring finger but is expected to return as soon as May 15.

How has Roman Anthony performed this season before his injury?

Roman Anthony has struggled this season, contributing to concerns about his performance despite being a promising player.

When can Roman Anthony return to the Red Sox lineup?

Roman Anthony is eligible to return to the Red Sox lineup as soon as May 15.