Willson Contreras
C,1B,DH - St. Louis Cardinals
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The Red Sox have reportedly had discussions with the Cardinals about acquiring first baseman Willson Contreras.
Fantasy Impact
It was reported earlier in the week that the Cardinals would be willing to listen to trade offers for Contreras. He could be an alternative option for Boston with Triston Casas returning from his injury. It remains a situation to monitor.
The Cardinals could listen to offers for Willson Contreras.
Fantasy Impact
Cardinals manager Oli Marmol said Contreras feels at home in St. Louis, but "if a fit elsewhere makes sense, then it's a conversation he's able to have." This will be a situation to monitor as winter meetings continue to progress.
The St. Louis Cardinals placed Willson Contreras on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with a right shoulder strain, which will end his season.
Fantasy Impact
Contreras was removed from Monday's game against the Cincinnati Reds in the seventh inning with right biceps tightness, but he was placed on the injured list with a right shoulder strain. Regardless of the injury, his season has come to an end. Alec Burleson will take over at first base for the remainder of the season, with Jordan Walker getting more playing time in the outfield.
Willson Contreras is expected to miss the St. Louis Cardinals' next two games as he recovers from right biceps tightness.
Fantasy Impact
Contreras was removed from Monday's game against the Cincinnati Reds in the seventh inning with tightness in his arm. The hope is that he can return to the lineup for Friday's series opener against the Milwaukee Brewers. While he is sidelined, Alec Burleson or Nolan Gorman could start at first base.
Willson Contreras is expected to begin serving his suspension on Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Contreras was originally given a six-game suspension. It is unclear if it was reduced or not.