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Willson Contreras returned to Boston’s lineup for the Angels series opener, batting cleanup at first as his seven-game suspension remains on hold during an appeal; he went 2-for-4 with a walk in a 5-2 win, a result of the benches-clearing incident with the Nationals that led to discipline.
MLB handed seven-game suspensions to Willson Contreras and Cade Cavalli after a fourth-inning benches-clearing brawl at Fenway, with Miles Mikolas suspended five games and Nate Eaton three; all fines were undisclosed and suspensions begin Friday. Cavalli apologized for his remark 'Sit down, boy' and Contreras will miss a full week, while Mikolas and Cavalli likely miss one rotation turn. The Red Sox head to Anaheim and the Nationals host Pittsburgh as the penalties take effect.
Willson Contreras sparked a benches-clearing scene in Tuesday’s Red Sox-Nationals game by throwing his helmet after being struck out by Cade Cavalli, leading to ejections for Contreras, Red Sox manager Chad Tracy, and Nate Eaton; Cavalli remained in the game, and this followed Contreras’ ejection a day earlier for tapping his helmet after a check-swing strikeout, underscoring Boston’s frustration as they sit near the AL East basement.
Willson Contreras hit a three-run homer in the first inning to spark the Red Sox’s 6-3 win over the Nationals at Fenway, then sobbed in the dugout over the Venezuela earthquake tragedy before an umpire ejected him in the second inning for a helmet-tap gesture deemed disrespectful, as Boston stretched its win streak to five.
Willson Contreras was ejected by home-plate umpire Nic Lentz after disputing a check swing in the second inning, tapping his helmet in protest; despite the ejection, the Red Sox built a six-run lead in the first three innings, including Contreras’ first-inning homer, before Andruw Monasterio replaced him.
Willson Contreras has become the Red Sox’s standout performer, hitting .281 with 11 HR and 33 RBI through 50 games and posting an elite 0.899 OPS, 148 wRC+, and ~2.0 fWAR. His defense at first base has improved (+3 DRS, +4 FRV), and he leads Boston in homers, RBI, OPS, and WAR. If he stays healthy, he’s on pace for a career-best season, supported by a higher pull-rate and sustained elite bat speed, though age and workload keep expectations measured.
Willson Contreras sparked a benches-clearing incident at Fenway when he barreled toward home on a hit by Ceddanne Rafaela, colliding with Twins catcher Victor Caratini as the throw beat him to the plate; the exchange led to a brief dugout brawl with no punches thrown, and Contreras later warned the Brewers that retaliation would follow if they hit him again, amid a history of on-field altercations for the Red Sox star.
AL East notes: Willson Contreras left Boston’s game with a bruised right hand; x‑rays were negative and an MRI isn’t yet decided as the team reevaluates after the off‑day. Ranger Suarez has been out since a hamstring strain but is avoiding the IL and owns a 1.17 ERA over his last five starts. Addison Barger, back briefly from an ankle sprain, will undergo an MRI on his right elbow after being scratched today. Trevor Rogers isn’t off the IL yet but is hopeful for a Tuesday or Wednesday return following a flu-related setback, while Gerrit Cole continues rehab with Somerset and could be activated after one or two more minor‑league starts following Tommy John surgery.
Boston’s offense stayed quiet in a 3-2 loss to the Cardinals in St. Louis. The top of the order contributed little (Duran and Durban 0-for), Willson Contreras delivered a golden sombrero and even lost an ABS challenge, Connor Connelly Early wasn’t sharp and the Sox bullpen couldn’t bail him out, while Dustin May looked like a breakout star on the mound for the Cardinals. The lone bright moment came from a productive baserunning play that brought a run.
Major League Baseball suspended Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras for six games due to his behavior during a game, including an argument with an umpire and throwing his bat. Contreras is appealing the suspension to continue playing while the process is ongoing, which could benefit the Cardinals' roster as they compete for a playoff spot and prepare for roster expansion in September.
The St. Louis Cardinals are shifting Willson Contreras from catcher to first base and designated hitter for the 2025 season to extend his career and open opportunities for younger catchers Iván Herrera and Pedro Pagés. This move aligns with the Cardinals' focus on developing younger talent while maintaining a competitive roster. Contreras' transition comes as Paul Goldschmidt departs, and the team aims to manage payroll and explore new configurations for their lineup and pitching staff.
Willson Contreras' 420-foot home run helped the St. Louis Cardinals secure a 5-2 victory over the San Diego Padres, marking their first series win of the season. The game also featured smart baserunning by Brendan Donovan and a quality start from pitcher Miles Mikolas. Contreras' timely hitting and the Cardinals' strong bullpen performance contributed to the win, as they rallied from a one-run deficit to claim the series.
Willson Contreras of the St. Louis Cardinals exited last night's game due to tightness in his right hip, potentially requiring a trip to the injured list. Meanwhile, Houston Astros' Jose Altuve is just four hits away from joining the 2,000-hit club. Altuve has been on a hot streak, hitting safely in 15 of his past 16 games. Additionally, there will be an MLBTR Chat today at 1pm CT.
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras left the game against the Chicago Cubs after being hit by a backswing, suffering a scalp laceration. Cubs pitcher Miles Mikolas was ejected for throwing at Ian Happ in retaliation. The Cubs went on to win the game, extending their winning streak to six games.
The St. Louis Cardinals suffered another one-run loss, this time against the Miami Marlins, bringing their record in such games to 8-17 this season. The Marlins, managed by former Cardinals player and coach Skip Schumaker, have excelled in one-run games with a 20-5 record. The Cardinals' struggles in close games can be attributed in part to their bullpen, which has blown 17 saves this season. Despite the disappointing losses, Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras remains optimistic, while pitcher Miles Mikolas expressed frustration at the team's inability to win close games.