Boston Red Sox

Tyler O'Neill went 2-for-3 with a home run and two walks on Sunday against the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: O'Neill opened the scoring with a solo home run in the first inning. He is hitting .263 on the season.

Rafael Devers hit a home run in the fifth straight game on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: After a slow start to the season in the power department for Devers, he really picked it up this past week. He has also recorded a hit in nine straight games.

Nick Pivetta earned the win on Sunday against the Cardinals, allowing one run on one hit over six innings.

Fantasy Impact: Pivetta added eight strikeouts to zero walks. The only base runner he allowed was a home run hit by Lars Nootbaar. He is scheduled to face the Brewers next.

Rob Refsnyder is in the Red Sox lineup Sunday. (Source: Chris Cotillo on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Refsnyder will bat second and patrol right field against the Cardinals. The 33-year-old is hitting .345, with one home run, and 10 RBI in 22 games this season.

Wilyer Abreu is out of the Red Sox starting lineup Sunday. (Source: Chris Cotillo on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Abreu will take a seat against left-hander Matthew Liberatore. Rob Refsnyder will get the start in right field and hit second.

Kutter Crawford delivered a solid performance, allowing just one earned run on six hits and two walks while striking out five over 5 2/3 innings in Saturday's 7-2 loss to the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the strong outing, Crawford's efforts weren't enough to secure a win, as the Red Sox offense struggled to capitalize on his performance. With a season ERA now standing impressively at 2.17 and a WHIP of 1.14, Crawford continues to demonstrate his reliability in the rotation. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (8.8 K/9) and a commendable strikeout-to-walk ratio (3.17) should keep him on the radar for fantasy managers looking for consistent starting options. However, the lack of run support in this outing is a reminder of the volatility in win potential, regardless of individual performance.

The Red Sox announced that Tyler Heineman was reinstated from the 10-Day Injured List and was optioned to Triple-A Worcester. (Source: Red Sox on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Heineman is healthy, but will remain in Triple-A. He will be called up if Boston needs depth behind the plate.

Garrett Cooper is not in the Red Sox lineup on Saturday against the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: Cooper went hitless in Friday's game. Tyler O'Neill is serving as the designated hitter for Boston on Saturday.

Ceddanne Rafaela is in the Red Sox lineup on Saturday against the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: Rafaela gets the start in center field for Boston. He has driven in 23 runs with four stolen bases this season.

Brayan Bello struggled mightily in Friday's 10-6 loss to the Cardinals, surrendering five earned runs on seven hits while striking out four over 4 2/3 innings.

Fantasy Impact: This performance marked a noticeable dip in effectiveness for Bello, whose ERA ballooned to 3.96 from a previously more respectable figure. Despite maintaining a solid WHIP of 1.13 and a decent strikeout-to-walk ratio of 3.44 on the season, his FIP of 5.24 suggests that some underlying issues may persist. Fantasy managers should be cautious, as his high FIP indicates potential for more rough outings, despite a seemingly low BABIP of .238 suggesting some bad luck. Moving forward, Bello's fantasy value might be more volatile, and managers should consider matchup-based decisions with him.

Connor Wong went 4-for-5 with a double and an RBI in the Red Sox's 10-6 loss to the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores Wong's strong season, as he continues to maintain an impressive .362 batting average. His consistent hitting, evidenced by his 38 hits and five home runs over 30 games, makes him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, particularly in formats that reward hitting for average and extra-base hits. While his lack of stolen bases and minimal walks might limit his upside in categories leagues, his high wOBA (.400) indicates significant offensive production, making him a solid option in most fantasy formats.

Garrett Whitlock will undergo additional testing on Monday. (Source: Ian Browne on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Whitlock is dealing with soreness in his elbow which led to him staying in Boston. He was on track to re-join the Red Sox next week, which could be on hold. There should be an additional update provided on his status later next week.

Jarren Duran had a productive outing in the Red Sox's 7-5 defeat to the Rays, going 3-for-5 with a home run, two doubles, and two runs scored.

Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores a solid season for Duran, who now boasts a .272 batting average with increasing power numbers, evidenced by his two doubles and a homer in this game. His slugging contributions are particularly noteworthy given his prior focus on speed, which could hint at a developing power aspect in his game. Fantasy managers should take note of this shift, as increased extra-base hits could make Duran a more valuable asset, especially in leagues that reward slugging percentages and total bases. However, his lack of walks in this game continues a season-long trend, potentially capping his on-base percentage and runs scored potential.

Cooper Criswell struggled through just 3.2 innings, allowing three earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out three in Thursday's 7-5 loss to the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: This outing marked a noticeable dip in performance for Criswell, who leaves the game with a still strong 2.76 ERA and a 1.09 WHIP. His inability to go deep into the game and the three earned runs allowed have nudged his ERA upward, potentially raising concerns about his consistency. While his season metrics, including an 8.6 K/9 and a 4.00 strikeout-to-walk ratio, still suggest he can be a valuable asset in fantasy rotations, this performance could hint at underlying issues or simply an off day. Fantasy managers should monitor his next starts closely for signs of rebound or further regression.

David Hamilton is not in the Red Sox lineup on Thursday against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: Hamilton collected one hit in a start at second base on Wednesday. Vaughn Grissom is back at second base on Thursday for Boston.

Vaughn Grissom is in the Red Sox lineup on Thursday against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: Grissom is starting at second base and hitting No. 8 in the lineup. He has collected just five hits over 37 at-bats so far this season.

Dominic Smith is in the Red Sox lineup on Thursday against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: Smith is starting at first base and hitting No. 5 in the lineup. He has just six hits across 36 at-bats so far this season.

Reese McGuire is in the Red Sox lineup on Thursday against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: McGuire is back behind the plate and hitting No. 7 in the lineup for Boston. He has collected 11 RBI with two home runs so far this season.

Tanner Houck took a tough loss Wednesday, allowing one earned run on five hits and three walks while striking out seven over 5.2 innings against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: Despite his solid performance, the Red Sox fell 4-3, continuing a trend of poor run support for Houck. His season ERA now sits impressively at 2.17, with a WHIP of 1.02, indicating strong underlying metrics that should reassure fantasy managers. However, his record drops to 3-6, highlighting the disconnect between his individual performance and team outcomes. Houck's high strikeout rate and excellent FIP suggest he remains a valuable fantasy asset, though wins might be harder to come by if the Red Sox's offense doesn't pick up.

Romy Gonzalez went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in the Red Sox's 5-3 loss to the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: Despite managing to swipe a base, Gonzalez's overall impact was minimal, as he failed to drive in any runs or score himself. His performance this season has been modest, maintaining a .278 batting average over seven games, with limited power and run production metrics.