Boston Red Sox

Masataka Yoshida is in the starting lineup for the Yankees Friday.

Fantasy Impact: Yoshida will serve as the DH and bat sixth against the Yankees. He is hitting .266, with four home runs, and 25 RBI this season.

Rob Refsnyder is in the starting lineup for the Red Sox Friday.

Fantasy Impact: Refsnyder will start in left field and bat second against the Yankees. He is a .462 hitter in 13 at-bats against Nestor Cortes.

Dominic Smith is out of the starting lineup for the Red Sox Friday.

Fantasy Impact: Smith will sit out against lefty Nestor Cortes. Romy Gonzalez will start at first base and bat seventh against the Yankees.

David Hamilton is out of the starting lineup for the Red Sox Friday.

Fantasy Impact: Hamilton will take a seat for the start of the series with the Yankees. Ceddanne Rafaela will start at shortstop and bat eighth.

Triston Casas reportedly could start his rehab assignment by the end of this week.

Fantasy Impact: Casas has been sidelined the past few months with torn rib cartilage. He appears close to making his return.

Nick Pivetta endured a rough start, surrendering seven earned runs on ten hits while striking out six over just 2.2 innings in Wednesday's 20-7 loss to the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact: This performance was a significant blow to his otherwise decent season stats, potentially inflating his ERA and damaging his WHIP. Despite a strong strikeout rate and a solid strikeout-to-walk ratio entering the game, fantasy managers might be concerned about his consistency, especially in matchups against high-scoring teams. This outing could be a red flag for those relying on him as a stable fantasy option, suggesting a need for caution in his future starts in similarly challenging environments.

Jarren Duran went 3-for-5 with a triple, a home run, two runs scored, and three RBI in the Red Sox's 20-7 loss to the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's heavy defeat, Duran's personal performance was a bright spot, showcasing his ability to contribute significantly in multiple facets of the game. His season batting average now sits at a robust .292, complemented by a solid .367 wOBA, indicating his consistent ability to get on base and generate runs. With 13 homers and 22 stolen bases, Duran remains a valuable asset in fantasy leagues, particularly for managers in need of a blend of power and speed. His performance in this game, although in a losing effort, should reassure fantasy managers of his steady upward trajectory in both real and fantasy realms.

Jamie Westbrook is out of the starting lineup for the Red Sox Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: Westbrook will head to the bench after going 0-for-1 Tuesday. Romy Gonzalez will move to second base and bat sixth against the Rockies.

Wilyer Abreu is in the starting lineup for the Red Sox Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: Abreu will start in right field and bat second against the Rockies. He is hitting .262, with eight home runs, and 30 RBI this season.

Tyler O'Neill is out of the starting lineup for the Red Sox Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: O’Neill will head to the bench for a day of rest Wednesday. Wilyer Abreu will start in right field and bat second against the Rockies.

Cooper Criswell delivered a stellar performance, tossing seven shutout innings, allowing just five hits and one walk while striking out four in a 6-0 victory over the Rockies on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: This outing was a breath of fresh air for Criswell, who has been striving for consistency throughout the season. His season ERA now improves to a more respectable 3.46, complemented by a solid 1.20 WHIP. Today's performance, characterized by efficient pitching and control, should reassure fantasy managers of his potential value. Given his improving metrics, such as a stable 3.92 FIP and a decent strikeout-to-walk ratio, Criswell could be a viable option in deeper leagues, especially if he maintains this level of command.

Connor Wong went 1-for-6 with a home run and an RBI in the Red Sox's tight 9-8 defeat to the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's loss, Wong's solo blast was a highlight, contributing to his solid season stats. Maintaining a .302 batting average with 9 homers now, Wong continues to be a valuable asset for fantasy teams, especially considering the scarcity of productive catchers. His ability to contribute power while maintaining a decent average makes him a viable option in most fantasy formats, though his strikeout rate could be a concern for some. His consistent playing time and offensive contributions should keep him relevant in fantasy lineups.

Tanner Houck had a rough start against the Rockies, allowing four earned runs on ten hits and three walks while striking out only two over six innings in Monday's 9-8 loss.

Fantasy Impact: Despite this shaky performance, Houck's season has been strong, boasting a 2.71 ERA and a 1.09 WHIP through 20 starts. This game seems more like a bump in the road rather than a trend, given his solid strikeout-to-walk ratio and low BABIP. Fantasy managers should consider this start as a minor setback in an otherwise stellar season, keeping faith in his ability to bounce back in future outings.

Chris Martin (elbow) has not resume throwing, per manager Alex Cora. (Source: Alex Speier on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Martin has remained shut down from throwing and does not have a timetable for his return. He will likely need a rehab assignment once he is able to begin throwing again.

Justin Slaten (elbow) is trending in the right direction and is throwing on flat ground, per manager Alex Cora. (Source: Alex Speier on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Slaten came out of his session Saturday feeling good. The team believes that he will not need much of a ramp up period before he returns to the Boston bullpen.

Kenley Jansen told reporters that he will not be traveling with the Red Sox to Colorado for their three-game series that starts on Monday. (Source: Alex Speier on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Jansen said he’s had to have his heart shocked three different times (2012,2018,2022) after pitching there, and he isn’t comfortable with any further risks. Jansen should be back with Boston after this upcoming series.

Kutter Crawford allowed six runs on seven hits over five innings on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Crawford allowed seven hits with five of them being solo home runs. He added two strikeouts and did not walk anyone. He'll look to bounce back against the Yankees.

Brayan Bello delivered a mixed outing, allowing three earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out seven over six innings in Saturday's 7-6 loss to the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Despite a decent strikeout count, Bello's performance was marred by a few costly hits that contributed to his team's narrow defeat. His season ERA now stands at an elevated 5.27, reflecting ongoing struggles in his pitching consistency. With a WHIP of 1.44 and a FIP of 4.63, it's clear that Bello's outcomes are often not as sharp as one might hope, making him a risky play in fantasy lineups. His decent strikeout rate continues to offer some upside, but fantasy managers should be wary of his potential for high-earned runs and hits allowed in future outings.

Ceddanne Rafaela went 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in the Red Sox's 7-6 defeat to the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Rafaela's performance, which included a walk, showcased his ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities, albeit in a losing effort. His season batting average now sits at .250, and while his power numbers aren't staggering, his speed continues to be an asset, as evidenced by his 13th steal of the season. Fantasy managers should value Rafaela for his stolen base potential and runs scored, but be wary of his high strikeout rate and low walk rate, which could limit his on-base opportunities.

Romy Gonzalez is in the Red Sox lineup on Saturday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Gonzalez remains in a platoon at shortstop. He is batting sixth in the lineup for Boston.