Summary
The Boston Red Sox lost a key player, Abraham Toro, to an American League rival, the Kansas City Royals. Toro, who played an important role after another player was injured, has signed a minor league contract with the Royals.
Key Facts
- Triston Casas, the Red Sox's first baseman, was injured on May 2, which left the team short-handed.
- The Red Sox promoted Abraham Toro from Triple-A to fill the gap left by Casas.
- Toro made an impact early with a .790 OPS in his first two months with the team.
- Toro's performance declined after the All-Star break.
- The Red Sox signed Nathaniel Lowe, leading to Toro being designated for assignment.
- Toro stayed with the Red Sox system until end of the season and became a free agent on October 10.
- Toro has now signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals.
