The Boston Red Sox will be without Roman Anthony for an extended period of time.

Anthony has an oblique strain that could sideline him for four to six weeks, according to Alex Cora . Anthony exited Tuesday's game early and now the Red Sox know they will likely have to finish the regular season without him.

Anthony's absence could factor into the Red Sox's postseason if the initial timeline is correct. Anthony has been a star in his early run with the team, and Cora revealed what he told Anthony after suffering an injury at such a crucial time .

"I told him to envision (American League Championship Series), first at-bat," Cora said Wednesday, per MassLive's Christopher Smith. "That's what I told him. Just put that goal in your mind and hopefully it happens."

Anthony has already sign

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