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