Red Sox Bench Big Bat, Casas to Sit vs. Yankees
Boston Red Sox Pull Triston Casas From Starting Lineup vs. New York Yankees
Team opts to scratch Casas at last minute in favor of Bobby Dalbec
In a somewhat surprising move, the Boston Red Sox have scratched Triston Casas from the starting lineup for their matchup against the New York Yankees on Tuesday. Casas, who has been one of the team's most consistent hitters this season, will be replaced by Bobby Dalbec at first base. The news was first reported by The Athletic's Chad Jennings.
The Red Sox did not immediately provide a reason for Casas being scratched from the lineup, but it is worth noting that the 22-year-old has been dealing with a non-COVID illness in recent days. He was reportedly feeling under the weather during Monday’s series opener against the Yankees.
Casas has been a key part of the Red Sox's offense this season. In 54 games, he is batting .285 with 11 home runs and 37 RBIs. He has also been strong defensively at first base.
Dalbec, meanwhile, has struggled mightily this season. The 27-year-old is batting just .214 with six home runs and 27 RBIs in 64 games. He has also been poor defensively at first base.
The Red Sox are hoping that Dalbec can provide a spark to the offense against the Yankees. New York has one of the best pitching staffs in the league, and the Red Sox will need to score runs to win.
It remains to be seen whether Casas will be available to play in Wednesday's series finale against the Yankees. The Red Sox will likely provide an update on his status before the game.
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