Just a day after he abruptly left a relief appearance due to fatigue and illness symptoms, Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen has been placed on the COVID-19 injured list.
Alex Cora announced the news on Wednesday ahead of Boston’s rain-delayed matchup against the Yankees, with the team making the move official less than an hour later. With Jansen hitting the IL, left-handed pitcher Brandon Walter was recalled from Triple-A Worcester to fill Jansen’s roster spot.
Jansen will have to sit out seven days due to his COVID designation, per MLB’s protocols.
The Red Sox’ lone 2023 All-Star representative left Tuesday night’s bout against the Yankees in the ninth inning, throwing just 13 pitches in the second leg of a doubleheader slate before being pulled from his outing.