Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story is defying initial expectations and showing promising signs of recovery after a serious shoulder injury. Story, who was thought to be sidelined for the rest of the season following an injury sustained in early April, has begun a notable comeback.
On April 5, during a game against the Angels, Story suffered a dislocated left shoulder in the fourth inning. The injury occurred when he dove to make a play and landed heavily on his left side, resulting in the dislocation. Subsequently, Story underwent surgery to address the damage.
Despite the severity of the injury and the bleak outlook for his return, Story has made significant progress in his rehabilitation. He recently started his rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester. Over the weekend, Story went 2 for 4, including a double, in his debut game. He continued his recovery by playing five innings the following day. He is scheduled to participate in additional games on Wednesday and Thursday as part of his ongoing rehabilitation process.
In a recent statement to the Boston Globe, Story expressed his surprise and optimism about his recovery. “I didn’t think this was a possibility when we first got the news with the injury,” Story said. “Today was a big step and I was trying to have fun with it.” His progress has been encouraging, given the initial prognosis that suggested a longer recovery period.
The Red Sox currently with a record of 70-69, are wrapping up their three-game series against the Mets. The final game of the series is scheduled for Wednesday night at Citi Field, starting at 7:10 p.m. The potential return of Story could provide a significant boost to the team’s performance as they approach the end of the season.
Story’s return is highly anticipated by both the team and its fans, as he is a key player with a track record of excellence, including his achievements as a two-time All-Star. His ability to rejoin the Red Sox lineup would be a considerable asset as the team looks to make a push in the remaining games of the season.
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