Boston summoned infielder Tsung-Che Cheng from Triple‑A on Friday. He will start at shortstop during the series against the New York Yankees. The move comes after Marcelo Mayer was placed on the injured list with a forearm issue. The club expects he can fill in while Mayer recovers.
Cheng made his major‑league debut in the opening contest. He recorded his first hit, a single, during the contest. Cheng has been with the Triple‑A affiliate all season. The promotion gives Boston a fresh option at shortstop as the rookie begins his MLB career.