Trevor Story's season seemed to be over in April, but the Boston Red Sox star could return to action following Labor Day weekend.
Story underwent what was believed to be season-ending shoulder surgery. It was a heartbreaking blow for the 31-year-old after injuries only allowed him to play 43 games last season.
However, the All-Star shortstop this month had been fielding groundballs and taking part in batting practice. The sight of Story still being active this year surprised Alex Cora and had the Red Sox manager and chief baseball officer Craig Breslow believing Story would return at some point before the 2024 season ends.
That date could come soon as Story told reporters Wednesday that he expects to begin rehab assignment "at some point early next week."
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"To be at this point is pretty special, and kind of doesn't even feel real," Story told reporters, per The Boston Globe's Alex Speier.
It would be a monumental feat for Story to return to the Red Sox, and it would be extremely beneficial if Boston is still in the hunt for an American League wild-card spot if he does return.
The Red Sox likely won't rush Story back, but the star shortstop has been motivated to do whatever he can to help Boston reach its goals.
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