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Rafaela returns after minor hamstring cramp
Rafaela cleared MRI after diving catch scare
In brief
Rafaela cleared MRI after diving catch scare Rafaela's hamstring cramp was minor, cleared by MRI, and he'll play Thursday Originally reported by Mlb.
Rafaela's quick return
Rafaela returned Thursday after missing three weeks with a right quad strain.
“Yeah, he's good. Did an MRI. Everything was clean.”
MRI confirms no injury
MRI showed no injury, just a hamstring cramp from a diving catch.
“All the scans last night were clean, did an MRI as a precaution.”
Manager's reassurance
Manager Chad Tracy confirmed Rafaela feels good and will play Thursday.
“He tends to dive, and he does have low back-hip stuff that throws him out of line.”
Cramp explained
Rafaela said the cramp came from dehydration and diving, not a serious injury.
“Maybe I wasn't hydrated enough. And I got that cramp right there.”
Postseason impact
Rafaela's return helps the Red Sox with their postseason spot and batting.
“Not even close. The right quadriceps strain kept him out from Sept. 3.”
The headline
Rafaela's hamstring cramp was minor, cleared by MRI, and he'll play Thursday
