Blue Jays vs. Red Sox: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – May 1, 2025
The Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays are set to continue their series on May 1, 2025, at Rogers Centre. With both teams navigating through injuries and lineup adjustments, this matchup offers a glimpse into their depth and resilience.
Injury Report
Boston Red Sox
The Red Sox have been dealing with several injuries that have impacted their roster:
- Rafael Devers (3B): Placed on the 10-day IL with a shoulder injury.
- Kenley Jansen (RP): On the 15-day IL due to an unspecified issue.
- Masataka Yoshida (LF): Out with an injury; details and return date are currently unspecified.
- Liam Hendriks (RP): On the 60-day IL with elbow inflammation.
- Rob Refsnyder (LF): Placed on the 10-day IL; specifics of the injury are not detailed.
Toronto Blue Jays
The Blue Jays are also contending with injuries to key players:
- Bo Bichette (SS): On the 10-day IL with a knee injury.
- Jordan Romano (RP): Placed on the 60-day IL due to a back issue.
- Daulton Varsho (CF): On the 60-day IL; specific injury details are not provided.
- Will Wagner (2B): Placed on the 60-day IL; further information on the injury is unavailable.
- Alek Manoah (SP): On the 60-day IL with an expected return around July 1.
Probable Starters
Boston Red Sox
- Lucas Giolito (RHP): Making his long-awaited debut for the Red Sox after recovering from injuries that kept him sidelined since before joining the team last season. In his final rehab outing with Triple-A Worcester, Giolito struck out four batters in four innings but also allowed six walks and three runs.
Toronto Blue Jays
- Yariel Rodríguez (RHP): Set to start for the Blue Jays. Rodríguez’s performance will be pivotal in countering the Red Sox’s offense.
Game Details
- Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
- Time: 7:07 PM ET
- Location: Rogers Centre, Toronto, Ontario
- Broadcast: NESN (New England Sports Network), WEEI (Radio)
As both teams navigate through injuries and roster adjustments, the May 1 matchup between the Red Sox and Blue Jays promises to be a compelling contest. Fans will be keen to see how the teams adapt and which players step up in the absence of key contributors.
