With Trevor Story ready to return, the Boston Red Sox had to clear room on the roster for the All-Star shortstop.
Yu Chang was the odd man out. The infielder was designated for assignment prior to Tuesday night's game against the Kansas City Royals.
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The Red Sox originally claimed Chang off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays last September. The 27-year-old re-signed with the club on a one-year contract during the offseason.
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In 39 games with Boston this season, Chang hit .162/.200/.352 with six home runs and 18 RBIs. He helped to stabilize the shortstop position with Story on the injured list and Kiké Hernández -- now with the Los Angeles Dodgers -- struggling mightily both at the plate and in the field.
Story will make his season debut after undergoing elbow surgery in January. The 30-year-old hit .300 with four homers and nine RBIs in 13 rehab appearances between Double-A Portland and Triple-A Worcester. He'll hit third in Boston's lineup Tuesday night vs. Kansas City.
