The Boston Red Sox will host a crucial three-game series with the New York Yankees this weekend. Both teams are in the thick of both the American League East and Wild Card races.

The Red Sox have been hit hard by the injury bug during the second half of the season. Roman Anthony, who was becoming a star in the major leagues, may miss the rest of the regular season with an oblique strain. Slugger Wilyer Abreu was recently placed on the injured list with a calf strain.

Then, the other day, Romy Gonzalez left Wednesday's game with knee soreness.

Speaking to reporters on Friday, manager Alex Cora provided an update on Gonzalez, per Red Sox reporter Christopher Smith.

“He's doing OK. A little bit banged up. He'll be available off the bench today. And hopefully he'll start tomorrow,”

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