Connor Wong began his rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester following a fractured pinky, batting second in the lineup. Manager Alex Cora indicated Wong would need more than one game to gauge his readiness for activation from the injured list. The team is optimistic but will monitor his progress closely. Wong previously started five of the Red Sox's first seven games, yet his absence has allowed Carlos Narváez to showcase his skills, proving to be an exceptional defender. Narváez boasts impressive defensive metrics, significantly contributing to the team during Wong's recovery.

Cora praised Narváez for being the best defensive catcher in baseball, noting his excellent blocking and framing skills. The Red Sox are focusing on improving Narváez's throwing mechanics, which could enhance his overall performance. Wong had also started the season strong defensively, but questions linger about how the Red Sox will manage catchers' playing time once Wong returns.