Kenley Jansen

The Red Sox activated Kenley Jansen from the COVID-19 IL Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Jansen has been out of action for 10 days after testing positive for COVID-19. The 35-year-old could be eased back into high leverage situations considering the long layoff.

Kenley Jansen (illness) will likely be activated from the COVID-19 injured list Wednesday, the first day he is eligible to come off the IL.

Fantasy Impact

Jansen has resumed throwing and is expected to rejoin the team in Texas. Fantasy managers should expect Jansen to return to the closer’s role once he is activated.

Red Sox pitcher Kenley Jansen was placed on the Covid-19 IL Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Jansen exited Tuesday’s game with fatigue and appeared to have an illness. The veteran has now tested positive for Covid-19 and will have to miss at least the next seven days.

Kenley Jansen was removed from his appearance early on Tuesday due to fatigue and illness symptoms.

Fantasy Impact

Jansen can be considered as day-to-day for the time being.

Kenley Jansen left the game early on Wednesday against the Astros due to an apparent injury.

Fantasy Impact

Jansen faced one hitter before he was removed from the game with a trainer. The Red Sox should provide a further update on his status on Thursday.