Every team has to deal with injuries.
During 2010, no team has had to deal with a greater number of injuries and illnesses than the Boston Red Sox, culminating Wednesday when it was announced that Gold Glove first baseman Kevin Youkilis, arguably the team’s most important player, was to have season-ending surgery on his right thumb.
Considering the injuries this season, it is incredible that the Sox have been able to remain in touching distance of the league leading Yankees and Rays.
With several players returning to health recently, Boston fans were hoping that the team would now be able to mount an assault on the AL East and punch their ticket to the playoffs.
Then came the news on Youk. Just in time for a four game series in The Bronx.
If the Red Sox do fail to make the playoffs, they may look at the following 10 injuries as some of the biggest reasons why.