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June 16, 2026
Remains out Tuesday
Gasper (groin) remains out of the lineup for Tuesday's contest versus the Blue Jays.
Analysis
He'll miss a second straight start after having started each of the previous seven tilts. Gasper is considered day-to-day. Connor Wong will do the catching and Masataka Yoshida will serve as the designated hitter for the Red Sox.
June 14, 2026
Nursing tight groin
Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy said that Gasper is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rangers due to slight groin tightness, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Gasper started the previous seven games -- three at catcher, four at designated hitter -- but will be forced to the bench Sunday due to the groin issue. The injury doesn't seem to be a serious concern, and the 30-year-old will have Monday's team off day to aid in his recovery. Carlos Narvaez is starting behind the plate Sunday for Boston.
June 12, 2026
Batting leadoff Friday
Gasper will start at designated hitter and bat leadoff in Friday's contest versus the Rangers.
Analysis
Regular leadoff man Jarren Duran has been moved down to the No. 5 spot in the Boston lineup. Gasper is making his sixth straight start, but he's just 2-for-19 at the dish in the first five of those contests.