Justin Turner To Fight Through Heel Injury
1 year agoBoston Red Sox infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner (heel) is dealing with a left-heel bone bruise that typically requires four to six weeks of rest. However, Turner said on Wednesday that he plans to play through the injury, although the Red Sox are giving him a couple days off this week. When the 38-year-old veteran does return to the lineup, expect him to mostly serve as the designated hitter to keep him off his feet as much as possible. It's an injury that has bothered him since July 31, and in four games since then, he's gone 3-for-14 with four strikeouts. Turner is hoping to avoid the injured list, but if things get worse, an IL stint could be inevitable. He's been great in 2023, hitting .284 with 17 homers, 71 RBI, 67 runs scored and even four stolen bases for Boston.
Source: The Boston Globe - Alex Speier
Source: The Boston Globe - Alex Speier