In the midst of a horrid 2014 season, the Boston Red Sox might have bigger issues to worry about. Dustin Pedroia, the team’s star second baseman, is dealing with a hand injury that might force him to miss the remainder of the MLB season.
Sean McAdam of Comcast Sports Net passed the news along from Red Sox manager John Farrell:
Brian MacPherson of the Providence Journal had more from Pedroia:
Boston’s official account provides more from Farrell on the situation:
Pedroia has played in 135 games this season, but has battled several injuries throughout the year. Despite the ailments, he still carries a .278 average, seven home runs and 53 RBI during a down year for the franchise.
Nick Cafardo of The Boston Globe notes the hand problem has been a recurring one for Pedroia:
As the 2008 American League MVP and a four-time All-Star, there’s no need for the franchise to keep him on the field if he’s not 100 percent right now. Currently sitting at 63-81, the Red Sox are well outside of the chase for a playoff spot.
Despite the success he’s had on the field, Scott Lauber of The Boston Herald notes he has been battling through injuries since 2012:
Not much is known about the length of time he will miss, but it’s clear Pedroia needs time to rest his hand.
After winning the World Series last year, the team still has talent to contend in the future. If Pedroia can rest and return to full health either later in the season or next year, Boston has a true leader and All-Star to help get things turned around.
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