The Boston Red Sox will be without outfielder Roman Anthony for their game against the New York Yankees at Fenway Park due to a sore back. Manager Alex Cora has stated that he expects Anthony to return for the series finale on Thursday. This absence is particularly impactful as the Red Sox are struggling offensively, having lost their previous game 4-0 to the Yankees. Anthony, who is just 21 years old, has been in a slump, hitting only 2-for-15 in his last five games. In his absence, Jarren Duran will take over in left field, and Andrew Monasterio will serve as the designated hitter. This marks only the third time this season that Anthony has not been included in the starting lineup, with this being his first missed game due to injury.