Kenley Jansen

Kenley Jansen earned the save on Sunday against the Angels, allowing one run on one hit with two strikeouts and one walk.

Fantasy Impact

It was far from a clean inning as the Angels had the tying run on third base and go-ahead run on second base with one out, but Jansen was able to escape the jam for his fourth save on the season.

Red Sox CP Kenley Jansen was scratched again Tuesday due to back tightness.

Fantasy Impact

This marks the second straight day that Jansen has not been able to pitch due to back tightness. The veteran is running out of time to be ready for Opening Day, per manager Alex Cora.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Kenley Jansen has just enough time to be ready for the season but no margin for delay.

Fantasy Impact

“We’re running out of time," Cora said. Jansen is expected to pitch on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday in the final week of camp.

Red Sox CP Kenley Jansen (back) will pitch Tuesday, per Red Sox manager Alex Cora.

Fantasy Impact

Jansen was scratched from his scheduled session Monday with lower-back tightness. Cora stated that Jansen is “running out of time” in order to be ready for Opening Day.

Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen will not pitch as scheduled today due to lower-back tightness.

Fantasy Impact

The team is reportedly not concerned but are focused on ensuring that Jansen is fully healthy. The veteran was limited earlier this spring with a lat issue, but Jansen should be ready for Opening Day barring any setbacks.