Wilyer Abreu is on the verge of returning to the Boston Red Sox after a stint on the injured list due to a left oblique strain. He began a rehab assignment with the Worcester WooSox, where he expressed confidence in his readiness to compete, stating he feels '100 percent' and ready to rejoin the major league squad.

This season, Abreu has been a solid contributor for the Red Sox, boasting a .245 batting average with 13 home runs and 32 RBIs across 64 games. He emphasized the importance of not rushing his recovery, opting for a cautious approach that kept him from a longer absence. The Red Sox have made adjustments to their lineup during his absence, notably promoting top prospect Roman Anthony while balancing their outfield options amidst recent trades.