Two Boston Red Sox touted infielders missed some early Grapefruit League games while dealing with day-to-day ailments. One is back in action and the other suffered an unexpected setback.Triston Casas played his first spring practice game on Saturday due to the flu. He hit twice, batting fourth in the Sox’s big league lineup.Casas has been one of the stars for the Red Sox in the offseason and is said to be in great shape for the upcoming game. Opening Day is less than a month away, but Casas has plenty of time to find himself before the games count..
Vaughn Grissom was originally considered an everyday handicapper. He was scheduled to return Sunday, but a recent setback further delayed his practice.Grissom is sidelined with a groin strain and manager Alex Cora says his potential to start on Opening Day is in question. Grissom strained his groin during field drills.Grissom took his practice slow when he suffered a hamstring strain. Boston is not sure when Grissom was injured, but the injury was not considered serious. Now he might be out for about a month..
The prospect was projected to arrive in Boston sometime this season, but his delay in training could affect his chances to play for the Sox this year. His progress has already been hampered by injuries, missing the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 campaign while recovering from Tommy John surgery. He played in just nine games for the Woo Sox last season.The 24-year-old was not optioned to the minor leagues and will face waivers if he does not make the majors this season..
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