# Red Sox Roster Decision Looms

> Romy Gonzalez's playoff roster spot hangs in the balance.
- Title: Red Sox Roster Decision Looms · Boston Red Sox On SI
- Summary: Romy Gonzalez's playoff roster spot hangs in the balance. Romy Gonzalez may not make the Red Sox playoff roster after rushing rehab, risking swing quality…
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- Source: Boston Red Sox On SI — https://si.com/mlb/red-sox/onsi/red-sox-have-awkward-roster-decision-looming-with-romy-gonzalez-jackson3
- Published: 2026-09-16T12:50:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: romy gonzalez, boston red sox, playoff roster, triple-a, mlb, shoulder injury, sports
## Romy Gonzalez's role in doubt
Romy Gonzalez was a key offensive player for the Boston Red Sox last year.
## Demoted to Triple-A
Gonzalez was demoted to Triple-A on August fourth.
## Jahmai Jones takes over
Jahmai Jones has temporarily replaced Gonzalez as the right-handed bat.
## Playoff roster question
With 14 position players likely on the playoff roster, Gonzalez's spot is uncertain.
## Gonzalez's injury history
Gonzalez battled a shoulder injury that required surgery in spring training.
## Rushed rehab
Gonzalez admitted rushing his rehab, which might throw his swing off.
## Gonzalez's readiness
Gonzalez says he's ready whenever his name is called.

> I'm ready whenever my name's called
## Playoff roster impact
Gonzalez would need to displace Connor Wong or Mickey Gasper to make the roster.
## Key takeaway

Romy Gonzalez may not make the Red Sox playoff roster after rushing rehab, risking swing quality against MLB pitching.