Red Sox first baseman leaves game after being hit in head by pitch
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By Mac Cerullo
Published on August 1, 2026.
Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras was removed from a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers after being hit in the head by a pitch. The incident occurred during the third inning with one out and runners at the corners. Despite being shaken up, Contreas remained on his feet and advanced to second. However, when the Red Sox took the field on defense, he was replaced by Nick Sogard and Anthony Seigler. If Contreasa is sidelined for a significant period, it could be a significant blow for the Red Series.
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