KIKÉ HERNÁNDEZ NEWS

Moves back to 2B Hernandez started at second base and went 1-for-4 with a run scored in Tuesday's 3-1 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Hernandez, who had been Boston's primary center fielder, made his third straight start at second base Tuesday. The recent addition of Danny Santana, who started a third straight in center, appears to have nudged Hernandez back to second base, a position that could get crowded after Christian Arroyo (hand) was activated Tuesday.

MAY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out of Friday's lineup Hernandez is not in Friday's lineup against the Phillies, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact J.D. Martinez gets the start in left field in the National League park, pushing Alex Verdugo to center field. Hernandez is hitting .385 with two home runs during his current seven-game hitting streak.

MAY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing at plate Hernandez went 3-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and two total runs scored in Wednesday's 7-3 win over Toronto.

Impact The 29-year-old hit a leadoff single in the first inning and scored on an Alex Verdugo two-run homer. In the second, Hernandez went yard to extend Boston's lead to 6-1. The utilityman hasn't missed a beat in two games since returning from a hamstring injury. He's seeing regular playing time in center field. Hernandez is slashing .254/.308/.459 with five homers, 11 RBI and 21 runs scored across 133 plate appearances.

MAY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs hit in return Hernandez went 1-for-4 in Tuesday's 8-0 loss to the Blue Jays.

Impact Hernandez was activated off the injured list and immediately placed in the starting lineup. He was in center field and slotted in at his customary leadoff spot.

MAY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Hernandez (hamstring) is batting leadoff and playing center field Tuesday against the Blue Jays, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Hernandez was performing well at the plate before landing on the injured list May 7. Specifically, the 29-year-old drew three walks in his last two starts after walking just five times total in April. Hernandez's impressive defensive versatility should keep him in the lineup on a near-daily basis going forward, assuming good health.

MAY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to action Hernandez (hamstring) will be activated from the injured list prior to Tuesday's game against Toronto, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Hernandez hit .239/.298/.425 in 30 games before straining his hamstring in early May. He appeared in a pair of rehab games over the weekend and looked ready to go, hitting two homers. He had a near-everyday role prior to the injury, spending most of his time in center field, so he should reclaim that spot going forward, pushing Alex Verdugo back to left.

MAY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ryu expected to start for the Blue Jays against the Red Sox

The Red Sox will start Eduardo Rodriguez on Tuesday and the Blue Jays are expected to counter with Hyun Jin Ryu

MAY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leaves yard twice for WooSox Hernandez (hamstring) went 2-for-4 with two home runs and five RBI for Triple-A Worcester on Sunday.

Impact Hernandez played two games for the WooSox over the weekend and could be activated off the injured list in time for Tuesday series-opener on the road against the Blue Jays, who trail the Red Sox by 1.5 games in the AL East.

MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Slumping Angels look to break 4-game losing streak against Red Sox

Los Angeles will try to break its four-game losing streak when the Angels take on Boston

MAY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could be back for road trip Hernandez (hamstring) is participating in a rehab assignment over the weekend and could be activated for the team's road trip beginning Tuesday, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe re...

Impact Hernandez is set to serve as the designated hitter Saturday and then play in center field Sunday at Triple-A Worcester. If all goes well, he could be activated and back in the lineup beginning Tuesday when the team begins a series with the Blue Jays.

MAY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Angels take 3-game skid into matchup with Red Sox

Los Angeles will try to break its three-game losing streak when the Angels take on Boston

MAY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pivetta expected to start as Boston hosts Los Angeles

The Red Sox will roll out Nick Pivetta to the mound Friday and the Angels plan to give Griffin Canning the start

MAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set for rehab assignment Hernandez (hamstring) will be on a rehab assignment this weekend with Triple-A Worcester, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Hernandez is set to serve as the designated hitter on Saturday and play in center field on Sunday. He is first eligible to return from the injured list Tuesday, and if all goes well on his rehab assignment it appears his activation at that time is realistic.

MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox look to stop 3-game losing streak against Athletics

Boston is looking to snap its three-game losing streak with a win over Oakland

MAY 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Close to rehab assignment Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Wednesday that Hernandez (hamstring) could begin a minor-league rehab assignment at Triple-A Worcester by the end of the week, Bill Koch of The Provi...

Impact Hernandez was placed on the 10-day injured list May 7 due to a right hamstring strain, but he's not expected to be sidelined much more than the minimum amount of time. While Hernandez has been on the shelf, Marwin Gonzalez has taken over as the Red Sox's primary leadoff hitter.

MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Athletics play Boston, aim to build on Bassitt's solid showing

Oakland looks to follow up a strong outing by Tuesday starter Chris Bassitt

MAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minimum-length absence expected Hernandez (hamstring) is expected to return from the injured list when first eligible, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Hernandez left Thursday's game against the Tigers with right hamstring tightness and landed on the injured list the next day. He'll be able to return next Tuesday.

MAY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eovaldi scheduled to start for Boston against Oakland

The Red Sox are expected to send Nathan Eovaldi to the mound Tuesday and the Athletics will give Chris Bassitt the start

MAY 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Orioles take 3-game slide into matchup with Red Sox

Baltimore is looking to snap its three-game losing streak with a win over Boston

MAY 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kremer expected to start for the Orioles against the Red Sox

The Orioles are expected to send Dean Kremer to the mound Sunday and the Red Sox plan to give Nick Pivetta the start

MAY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Richards scheduled to start for Boston against Baltimore

The Orioles will send Zac Lowther to the mound Saturday and the Red Sox plan to give Garrett Richards the start

MAY 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Placed on 10-day IL Hernandez was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain Friday.

Impact Hernandez was removed from Thursday's game against the Tigers due to a right hamstring issue, and he's now been diagnosed with a strain that will force him to miss additional time. Michael Chavis was recalled from Triple-A in a corresponding move and could see playing time while Hernandez is unavailable.

MAY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Hernandez (hamstring) is out of the lineup Friday against the Orioles, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact The 29-year-old continues to be evaluated after exiting Thursday's game during the first inning with a hamstring injury, and manager Alex Cora indicated the team will decided later in the afternoon whether a trip to the injured list is necessary, per Alex Speier of The Boston Globe. Michael Chavis would likely be recalled from the taxi squad should Hernandez be placed on the shelf. Alex Verdugo will shift to center field Friday while Franchy Cordero starts in left.

MAY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injury more than cramp The hamstring injury Hernandez sustained Thursday is more than a cramp, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports. "He thought it was probably a cramp in the beginning, but then he fel...

Impact Hernandez was removed from Thursday's game in the bottom of the first inning after reaching second base on a double. It's uncertain yet if a stint on the injured list will be required. If he does land on the IL, there will be a domino effect in the outfield and infield. Hernandez hass primarily played center field, so an increase in playing time for Hunter Renfroe and Franchy Cordero would be expected. In the infield, where Hernandez has played second base, Christian Arroyo (hand) and Marwin Gonzalez could fill in. Michael Chavis, who was held out of Triple-A Worcester's lineup Thursday, could be the player added to the roster in the event Hernandez hits the IL.

MAY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Baltimore plays Boston, looks to build on Means' strong showing

Baltimore looks to follow up a zero-hitter by Wednesday starter John Means

MAY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS