Justin Turner Has A Shot To Be Ready For Opening Day
2 years agoBoston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said the team is "shooting" for Opening Day with third baseman/designated hitter Justin Turner (face). Turner was hit in the face by a pitch during Grapefruit League play and required stitches. He will not return to on-field workouts in camp until he has his stitches removed, which isn't expected to happen for another two weeks. Still, the 38-year-old could be good to go when the 2023 regular season kicks off as Boston's primary designated hitter. Don't expect Turner to put up numbers like he did in his prime with the Los Angeles Dodgers, especially in the power department, but his excellent plate discipline should still make him useful in on-base percentage leagues.
Source: MLB.com - Ian Browne
Source: MLB.com - Ian Browne