Andrew Benintendi

Andrew Benintendi (quadriceps) will return to the lineup as a designated hitter Tuesday against the Yankees, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Fantasy Impact

Benintendi has been battling a minor quad issue over the last few days, and it doesn't sound too serious if the Red Sox have him hitting. Expect the 25-year-old outfielder to be ready for Opening Day with the Red Sox.

Andrew Benintendi is dealing with quadriceps tightness but could return to game action Tuesday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

Fantasy Impact

The Red Sox believe Benintendi could resume playing in games as soon as Tuesday so the injury does not sound too serious. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on updates concering the 25-year-old outfielder.

The Red Sox have signed Andrew Benintendi to a two-year, $10 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

The two sides avoided an arbitration hearing this season and bought out another year. The 25-year-old had an underwhelming season in 2019, batting .266 with 13 homers and a .774 OPS. There's certainly reason to think he can bounce back in 2020.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters Monday that Andrew Benintendi "is in a better place" physically.

Fantasy Impact

Cora added that Benintendi was stronger/heavier last year but is now going back to the athlete he was in seasons past. The young outfielder could wind up being a popular bounce-back candidate come 2020 fantasy drafts.

Andrew Benintendi (thumb) is not in the lineup Monday against the Rays, Steve Hewitt of the Boston Herald reports.

Fantasy Impact

Benintendi played an inning on defense Sunday, but he still hasn't been cleared for hitting after suffering a thumb contusion on Friday. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on updates. Gorkys Hernandez is starting in left field and batting seventh versus Tampa Bay.