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Red Sox Pitcher Ranger Suarez Ruled Out for All-Star Game because of Groin Injury
Boston recalled infielder Brett Harris to replace Suarez, who will miss the All-Star Game after leaving his last start with a groin strain.
On Thursday, the Boston Red Sox placed All-Star left-hander Ranger Suarez on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain, retroactive to Monday, July 6.
Suarez sustained the injury Sunday while leaping for a chopper during Boston's 7-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels, departing in the third inning.
To fill the roster spot, Boston recalled infielder Brett Harris from Triple-A Worcester; Suarez had posted a 3.15 ERA and 97 strikeouts across 17 starts before the injury.
The injury sidelines Suarez for the upcoming MLB All-Star Game, while interim manager Chad Tracy identified Brayan Bello as a candidate to fill the rotation vacancy.
Suarez could return July 22 against the Baltimore Orioles, as the 15-day stint runs through July 21 and the mid-season All-Star break minimizes missed starts.