Red Sox First Baseman Triston Casas Undergoes Successful Surgery After Season-Ending Injury
BOSTON — In a devastating blow to the season, Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas underwent successful surgery on Sunday to repair a torn left patellar tendon. The procedure, performed by Dr. Eric Berkson at Massachusetts General Hospital, comes just days after Casas suffered the injury while attempting to avoid a collision during a game against the Minnesota Twins.
Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow confirmed on Saturday that, despite no additional damage to ligaments, surgery was necessary. "It’s a big loss," Breslow stated, emphasizing Casas’s significant contribution both offensively and as a stabilizing presence on the field. “He’s going to be missed in all facets,” he added.
Casas’s injury occurred in the second inning of Friday’s game when he was hurt while running to first base. He was promptly stretchered off the field and transported to a local hospital. Red Sox manager Alex Cora described Casas as “in shock” following the incident, highlighting his deep passion for the game. “He enjoys showing up early. He loves baseball… Knowing his dedication and support system, he’s going to be back,” Cora said.
As the Red Sox navigate this setback, they are currently relying on internal players like Romy Gonzalez and Abraham Toro at first base, while also considering external options to strengthen the lineup. Breslow acknowledged the team’s commitment to remaining competitive despite the injury, stating, “We’ll look both internally and potentially externally as well."
Casas, 25, now faces a lengthy rehabilitation, but there is hope he will return stronger for next season.
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