Projo Sports Blog

By Joe McDonald
Journal Sports Writer

BOSTON -- Jed Lowrie's patience is being tested big time this season.

The Red Sox' shortstop has dealt with injuries, a wrist surgery, a few rain outs during his minor-league rehab assignment and as a result, he hasn't been able to get into a normal routine.

When it appeared he was getting close to returning to Boston, he was hit by a pitch in the back of his knee, which slowed his progression.

After the PawSox were postponed two days in a row, Red Sox management felt it best to send Lowrie to Double-A Portland just so he could play. Lowrie and his girlfriend drove from Scranton to Manchester, N.H. on Sunday and he played at noontime on Monday for the Sea Dogs.

"Jed's had a couple of interesting days," said Red Sox manager Terry Francona.

Lowrie went 3-for-5 with a double and two RBI for Portland.

"He had a really good day," said Francona.

Lowrie said after a 6-5 loss that his wrist is feeling good and is looking forward to getting more at-bats.

Lowrie will remain with the Sea Dogs until the PawSox return to McCoy on Thursday. The clock is running out on his 20-day rehab assignment and the club will need to quickly make a decision, especially since Nick Green has played very well at short for the Sox.

"I'm not worried about it," he said. "I'm going to go up there and do what I can to help that team win. If that means I'm not going to play every day then so be it. I felt like I played well enough to earn the job out of spring training, and I'm happy for Nick. He's played well and we'll just see what happens."

 Tags  Boston Red Sox Jed Lowrie Portland Sea Dogs

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