Red Sox Infielder Gonzalez Sidelined by Shoulder Injury

Manager Alex Cora says Gonzalez's disappointing start to camp is due to lingering shoulder issue.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Boston Red Sox infielder Romy Gonzalez is dealing with a shoulder injury that has sidelined him from baseball activities, according to manager Alex Cora. Cora noted that second base is Gonzalez's ideal position when healthy, but he is currently shut down until further notice.

Why it matters

Gonzalez had a breakout 2025 season, establishing himself as a valuable utility player for the Red Sox. His absence due to injury could impact the team's depth and lineup flexibility early in the 2026 season.

The details

In 96 games in 2025, primarily at first base, designated hitter, and other infield spots, Gonzalez batted .305 with 47 runs scored, 96 hits, 23 doubles, three triples, nine home runs, 53 RBIs, and six stolen bases across 315 at-bats. His on-base percentage reached .343 and slugging .483 for an .826 OPS, marking a significant jump from prior years and earning him a 2.0 WAR contribution.

  • Gonzalez is shut down from baseball activities until further notice, per Cora.

The players

Romy Gonzalez

A utility infielder for the Boston Red Sox who had a breakout 2025 season but is now sidelined by a shoulder injury.

Alex Cora

The manager of the Boston Red Sox, who provided an update on Gonzalez's injury status.

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What they’re saying

“Due to a lingering shoulder injury, Romy Gonzalez has experienced a disappointing start to training camp, as noted by Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora on Monday.”

— Alex Cora, Manager (yahoo.com)

The takeaway

Gonzalez's injury is a setback for the Red Sox, who were counting on his versatility and production to contribute to the team's success in 2026. The organization will need to closely monitor his recovery and determine the best path forward to ensure he can return to full strength and contribute when healthy.