Red Sox place Lowell on disabled list

Mike Lowell was placed on the 15-day DL on Tuesday by the Red Sox, who have been without their third baseman, hobbled by a strained right hip, since Thursday.

Boston Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell was placed on the 15-day

News: Boston Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell was placed on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday with a strained right hip. Lowell had fluid drained from his hip Monday in Boston and received an injection designed to alleviate inflammation in the surgically repaired joint. There was a chance Lowell could have returned to action later this week, but the Red Sox decided it was best to give him an extended rest. "If he plays a couple days and is not feeling as good as he wants, then we've ruined a great opportunity to get him back after the All-Star break playing the majority of the time and feeling pretty good," manager Terry Francona said. "He buys into that thinking. I think it's the best thing for Mikey and the best thing for the team." The move is retroactive to June 28. Lowell had played in only two of Boston's last nine games and returned to Boston following Sunday night's game in Atlanta. "Mike really feels good. He wanted to play on Friday," Francona said. "We want him to be able to play the second half. There is nothing structurally that went wrong. He's just been beaten on a little bit." [...]

Red Sox | Lowell expected to return when eligible

Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) is expected to come off the disabled list when he is eligible July 12, the Sunday before the All-Star break. Lowell will miss 14 games but will receive 19 days off including the All-Star break.

Lowell (hip) was placed on the 15-day DL on Tuesday, the Boston

Lowell (hip) was placed on the 15-day DL on Tuesday, the Boston Globe reports. [...]

Red Sox place Lowell on disabled list

Mike Lowell was placed Tuesday on the 15-day disabled list by the Red Sox, who have been without the third baseman hobbled by a strained right hip since Thursday.

Red Sox 3B Lowell placed on 15-day disabled list

Boston Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell was placed on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday with a strained right hip.

The Red Sox have placed 3B Mike Lowell on the 15-day DL (retroactive

News: The Red Sox have placed 3B Mike Lowell on the 15-day DL (retroactive to June 28) with a right hip strain. [...]

Red Sox placed infielder Mike Lowell on the 15-day disabled

Red Sox placed infielder Mike Lowell on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to June 28, with a right hip strain. Lowell was given a lubricating shot in his right hip Monday and will need up to a week of rest. [...]

Red Sox | More on Lowell

Updating a previous item, ESPN.com reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) has been placed on the disabled list with a right hip strain. The move is retroactive to June 28.

Red Sox | Lowell to DL

ESPNews reports the Boston Red Sox placed 3B Mike Lowell (hip) on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, June 30.

The Red Sox placed Mike Lowell on the 15-day DL Tuesday with

The Red Sox placed Mike Lowell on the 15-day DL Tuesday with a right hip strain and recalled Jeff Bailey from Triple-A Pawtucket to take his place.

Analysis: Boston has always erred on the side of caution when it comes to health, and with good depth off the bench and in the Minors, there was no need to rush Lowell back and potentially aggravate the injury any further. The announcement comes one day after Lowell received an injection of Synvisc in his right hip. His absence will likely shift Kevin Youkilis over to third base, open the door for Mark Kotsay and Jeff Bailey at first and free up more playing time for Rocco Baldelli as the club’s fourth outfielder.

Bailey recalled by Sox

According to the Twitter page of Red Sox' beat writer Amalie Benjamin, the Red Sox have recalled Jeff Bailey to take the place of the injured Mike Lowell on the roster. Bailey is in the Red Sox lineup for their Tuesday night game in Baltimore.

Our View: Bailey is hitting only .188 with the Red Sox this season, but he has managed to pound three homers and drive in nine in 69 at-bats. While he has some potential, he should not be considered for fantasy duty at this time.

Red Sox to place Lowell on DL

Red Sox' beat writer Amalie Benjamin is reporting on her Twitter page that the Red Sox have placed third baseman Mike Lowell on the 15-day DL. He will be replaced by Jeff Bailey on the roster.

Our View: The Red Sox brought Bailey along with them to Baltimore earlier today, which signified the coming move. Lowell shouldn't need more than the 15 days, but check back when it gets closer to that time.

Red Sox | DL stint for Lowell unlikely

Sean McAdam, of the Boston Herald, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) is unlikely to land on the disabled list because the injection he received Monday, June 29, is expected to provide him with relief. Lowell has been told that there might be discomfort in the area, but he risks no further damage to his hip by playing.

Red Sox | More on Lowell

Updating previous reports, the Boston Herald's Sean McAdam reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) will be evaluated Thursday, July 2, and could return as early as Friday, July 3. He could still land on the disabled list, though.

According to the Boston Herald, Mike Lowell (hip) could return

According to the Boston Herald, Mike Lowell (hip) could return to the starting lineup as soon as Friday. Lowell will begin rehabbing in Boston on Tuesday and will be re-evaluated by the club's medical staff Thursday. [...]

According to the Boston Herald, Mike Lowell (hip) could return

According to the Boston Herald, Mike Lowell (hip) could return to the starting lineup as soon as Friday. Lowell will begin rehabbing in Boston on Tuesday and will be re-evaluated by the club's medical staff Thursday. [...]

Lowell receives injection in ailing hip

The key words when it comes to Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell's ailing right hip are "waiting mode." He visited the team doctor Monday morning and received an injection of Synvisc as well as having 15 cc of fluid drained from the hip.

Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell had fluid drained from his

News: Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell had fluid drained from his ailing right hip Monday in Boston, and received an injection that might relieve inflammation in his surgically repaired joint. The Red Sox will wait at least a couple of days to determine whether the treatment was successful or whether Lowell needs to be placed on the DL, manager Terry Francona said. "The worst case scenario: He goes on the DL just to buy us a couple of weeks and get him for the second part of the season," Francona said. "We can also wait a few days ... We're just kind of in a waiting mode." Francona said Lowell had an injection of Synvisc -- a gel-like substance that sometimes provides relief for inflamed tissue. He said Lowell will undergo therapy there Tuesday before the team decides how to proceed. "(Lowell) had 15 CCs of fluid taken out, which for a hip, I think, is pretty extensive. I think that's going to really help," Francona said. [...]

Along with Lowell's (hip) Synvisc injection on Monday, about

Along with Lowell's (hip) Synvisc injection on Monday, about 15 CCs of fluid was removed, the Boston Globe reports. [...]

Red Sox | More on Lowell

Updating a previous report, The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) is unlikely to join the team for their series against the Baltimore Orioles this week, according to manager Terry Francona. Lowell had fluid drained from his right hip and received an anti-inflammatory injection Monday, June 29. "(Lowell) had 15 CCs of fluid taken out, which for a hip, I think, is pretty extensive. I think that's going to really help," Francona said.

Lowell receives treatment

Mike Lowell had fluid drained from his surgically repaired hip today, and also received an injection to relieve the inflammation, according to the Associated Press.

Our View: The Sox will wait a few days to see if the treatment helped relieve the problem, or if he needs to spend time on the DL. Skipper Terry Francona hinted that Lowell will not be ready to go when the Sox battle the Orioles Wednesday, and he should be held out of fantasy lineups until further notice.

According to WEEI Sports, Mike Lowell's shot went well. "I guess

News: According to WEEI Sports, Mike Lowell's shot went well. "I guess the main thing was that they weren't really expecting to find fluid in there, but they ended up finding a significant amount of fluid so I think that's a good thing," Lowell said. "They took the bad stuff out and put the good stuff in. I'm a little bruised from the injection itself but I do feel I have a lot more mobility. I think I'll be able to tell more (Tuesday) when I get stretched out and stuff." Lowell reported he likely won't travel to Baltimore. Thursday is a key day to determine whether or not he will have to go on the 15-day DL. "If I don't have a big improvement in mobility and flexibility and all of that I have to believe their going to think of something DL-wise, but if I feel really good I might play Friday," he said. "So Thursday is probably the day we chart what's going on." [...]

Red Sox 3B Lowell has fluid drained, hip injection

Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell had fluid drained from his ailing right hip Monday in Boston, and received an injection that might relieve inflammation in his surgically repaired joint.

Red Sox | Lowell not in lineup Monday

Adam Kilgore, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) is not in the lineup Monday, June 29.

The Synvisc injection administered to Mike Lowell's surgically-repaired

The Synvisc injection administered to Mike Lowell's surgically-repaired right hip went well, according to Boston's third baseman. "I guess the main thing was that they weren’t really expecting to find fluid in there, but they ended up finding a significant amount of fluid so I think that’s a good thing," Lowell said. [...]

Red Sox | Lowell could land on DL

Sean McAdam, of the Boston Herald, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) could be forced to go on the disabled list after he receives a lubricating injection in his hip Monday, June 29.

Red Sox | Lowell to receive injection

The Boston Herald's Sean McAdam reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) will get an injection of Synvisc in his right hip Monday, June 29. He's unlikely to be able to play until Wednesday, July 1.

Mike Lowell will receive a lubricating injection in his surgically

Mike Lowell will receive a lubricating injection in his surgically repaired hip Monday morning in Boston. No one can be sure if it will help ease some of Lowell's lingering hip discomfort, but it's worth a shot. [...]

Analysis: Lowell is slated to receive a lubricating shot called Synvisc for his troublesome right hip on Monday night in Boston. "The good news is if it doesn't work, [it won't be a setback]," said Sox manager Terry Francona. "We'll get that done tomorrow and see how he responds to that. He'll probably need a day after that before we can evaluate, but then we'll see." If Lowell does not respond well to the shot, a trip to the disabled list could be likely for the veteran third sacker. Kevin Youkilis got the start at third on Sunday vs. the Braves and could continue to see action there -- with David Ortiz manning first -- as long as Lowell is unable to play.

Nate McClouth (hamstring) was held out of the starting lineup

Nate McClouth (hamstring) was held out of the starting lineup for the second straight game on Sunday.

Analysis: Lowell is slated to receive a lubricating shot called Synvisc for his troublesome right hip on Monday night in Boston. "The good news is if it doesn't work, [it won't be a setback]," said Sox manager Terry Francona. "We'll get that done tomorrow and see how he responds to that. He'll probably need a day after that before we can evaluate, but then we'll see." If Lowell does not respond well to the shot, a trip to the disabled list could be likely for the veteran third sacker. Kevin Youkilis got the start at third on Sunday vs. the Braves and could continue to see action there -- with David Ortiz manning first -- as long as Lowell is unable to play.

Sox hoping Lowell responds well to shot

The earliest that Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell will be back in the starting lineup would probably be Wednesday afternoon at Camden Yards against the Orioles.

Lowell (hip) will likely be out of the lineup until at least

Lowell (hip) will likely be out of the lineup until at least Wednesday after his scheduled injection on Monday, the Red Sox's official site reports. [...]

Lowell gets shot in hip

According to MLB.com, injured third baseman Mike Lowell received a shot in his ailing hip and likely won't see any action until Wednesday at the earliest.

Our View: The shot Lowell receives is not a cure-all and reacts differently for everyone, but the team is hoping it has positive effects. Keep Lowell on your bench for the time being and hope that he doesn't land on the DL.

The earliest that Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell will be

The earliest that Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell will be back in the starting lineup would probably be Wednesday night at Camden Yards against the Orioles.

Analysis: Lowell is slated to receive a lubricating shot called Synvisc for his troublesome right hip on Monday night in Boston. "The good news is if it doesn't work, [it won't be a setback]," said Sox manager Terry Francona. "We'll get that done tomorrow and see how he responds to that. He'll probably need a day after that before we can evaluate, but then we'll see." If Lowell does not respond well to the shot, a trip to the disabled list could be likely for the veteran third sacker. Kevin Youkilis got the start at third on Sunday vs. the Braves and could continue to see action there -- with David Ortiz manning first -- as long as Lowell is unable to play.

The Boston Globe reports that Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell will likely

News: The Boston Globe reports that Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell will likely have an injection Monday of the substance known as Synvisc, a man-made lubricant designed to lessen the pain in joints. He's unlikely to return to the lineup until Tuesday at the earliest. [...]

Sox hoping Lowell responds well to shot

The earliest that Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell will be back in the starting lineup would probably be Wednesday night at Camden Yards against the Orioles.

The Boston Globe reports that Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell will likely

News: The Boston Globe reports that Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell will likely have an injection of the substance known as Synvisc, a man-made lubricant designed to lessen the pain in joints. He's unlikely to return to the lineup any time before Tuesday. [...]

Mike Lowell, bothered by a sore hip, was used as a pinch-hitter

Mike Lowell, bothered by a sore hip, was used as a pinch-hitter Saturday and flied out. Lowell can play, but the Red Sox have chosen to rest him and keep David Ortiz's hot bat in the lineup during the series in Atlanta. [...]

Mike Lowell returned to action on Saturday June 27.

Mike Lowell returned to action on Saturday June 27. .. [...]

Lowell to get shot to treat ailing hip

After a couple of days of deliberation, the Red Sox's medical staff has come up with a plan for Mike Lowell.

Boston 3B Mike Lowell didn't start on Saturday against the Braves

News: Boston 3B Mike Lowell didn't start on Saturday against the Braves because of an ailing hip, but he did come on as a pinch-hitter in the seventh and flied out to right. Manager Terry Francona said he's not likely to start Lowell in Sunday's series finale, either. [...]

Red Sox | Lowell not in lineup Saturday

Paul Newberry, of The Associated Press, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) was not in the starting lineup Saturday, June 27, but did enter as a pinch hitter. He likely will not be in the starting lineup Sunday, June 28, according to manager Terry Francona.

Lowell (hip) appeared as a pinch-hitter, but failed to pick

Lowell (hip) appeared as a pinch-hitter, but failed to pick up a hit in his only at-bat on Saturday. [...]

Lowell will return to Boston following the team's final game

Lowell will return to Boston following the team's final game in Atlanta on Sunday to receive a shot of Synvisc, a lubricant which helps alleviate pain in joints, the Boston Herald reports. [...]

Lowell (hip) was not in the Red Sox' lineup Friday and he may

Lowell (hip) was not in the Red Sox' lineup Friday and he may sit the team's entire weekend series, the team's official site reports. [...]

Red Sox manager Terry Francona said Mike Lowell may not play

Red Sox manager Terry Francona said Mike Lowell may not play all weekend, while Lowell acknowledged that he plans to have an injection to help the pain on Monday. [...]

Red Sox manager Terry Francona said Mike Lowell may not play

Red Sox manager Terry Francona said Mike Lowell may not play all weekend. He is out of Friday's lineup for certain. The Red Sox are treating him gingerly, given his surgically-repaired hip. [...]

Red Sox | Lowell expecting shot next week

MLB.com's Ian Browne posted on his Twitter page that Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) expects to receive a lubricating shot for his hip early next week.

Red Sox | Lowell could sit all weekend

Tony Massarotti, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) could sit out the entire weekend with a sore hip. "I really don't know. We'll see," manager Terry Francona said. "We'll kind of go day-by-day and see how he's feeling."

The Sports Xchange reports that Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell was back

News: The Sports Xchange reports that Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell was back in Boston's starting lineup Thursday night, and team officials indicated that they'd be drawing up a more regimented maintenance program to maintain the durability in Lowell's surgically repaired right hip. Lowell had admitted that his right hip was sore, and the 35-year-old had played only one game since June 19 heading into Thursday's game. Lowell will receive at least one day off a week, and he'll get occasional lubricant injections in his hip to ease friction. "We're just trying to mix and match and keep guys fresh," manager Terry Francona said. "We'll see how each day goes." [...]

Red Sox | Lowell to see more time off

RedSox.MLB.com's Ian Browne reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) may receive a day off per week to rest his surgically repaired hip.

Mike Lowell, battling discomfort related to his surgically-repaired

Mike Lowell, battling discomfort related to his surgically-repaired hip, is expected to receive a couple days off before the All-Star break. Lowell may be given a day off every week. [...]

The Red Sox are planning to put Lowell on a maintenance program

The Red Sox are planning to put Lowell on a maintenance program beginning next week in which he'll receive at least one day off a week, the Boston Globe reports. [...]

Red Sox | To monitor Lowell's hip

Nick Cafardo, of The Boston Globe, reports the Boston Red Sox are planning to put 3B Mike Lowell (hip) on a maintenance program for his sore hip starting next week. Lowell will receive at least one day off a week and receive occasional lubricating injections to ease friction in the cartilage in his hip.

Lowell is back on the bench Wednesday with David Ortiz starting

Lowell is back on the bench Wednesday with David Ortiz starting at first base, the Boston Globe reports. [...]

Red Sox | Lowell returns

The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell (hip) returned to the lineup Tuesday, June 23, after missing two games with a sore hip.

Mike Lowell is back in the lineup Tuesday after a three-game

Mike Lowell is back in the lineup Tuesday after a three-game rest for his surgically repaired hip. "I think he was pretty sore," said manager Terry Francona. [...]

Lowell (hip, rest) is back in the lineup on Tuesday, the Boston

Lowell (hip, rest) is back in the lineup on Tuesday, the Boston Globe reports. [...]

Lowell returns to lineup

The Boston Globe is reporting that Red Sox' third baseman Mike Lowell is back in the lineup for Tuesday night's game against the Nationals. Lowell missed the last two games with general body fatigue.

Our View: Lowell was just getting some rest over the weekend, so he should be even more ready to go than usual tonight. Feel free to get him back in the lineup, but don't be shocked if he sits again this week with Youkilis moving to third and Ortiz playing at first.

Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell was back in the lineup for Tuesday's

News: Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell was back in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Nationals after sitting two games with general fatigue. [...]

From The Sports Xchange: 3B Mike Lowell was given a pair of

News: From The Sports Xchange: 3B Mike Lowell was given a pair of days off over the weekend with soggy conditions in the forecast and a surgically repaired right hip still pretty close back in the third baseman's rear view mirror. Lowell had mentioned to the Sox medical staff his hip had been feeling a bit sore lately, and it appeared the problem was affecting his range at third. Following two games off this weekend and an off day Monday, the 35-year-old should be ready to go. "He kept saying he was OK, so we probably went too long with him out there and that's my fault," Red Sox manager Terry Francona said. "He's played a lot. There's no structural damage (in his hip), but with the weather and the field the way it is today, it just makes sense (to rest him)." [...]

Red Sox manager Terry Francona said Lowell, who was rested the

Red Sox manager Terry Francona said Lowell, who was rested the last two days, is fine despite some soreness in his hip, the Boston Globe reports. [...]

Lowell gets another day off

Third baseman Mike Lowell was out of the Red Sox's starting lineup Sunday for the second consecutive day to rest his surgically repaired right hip.

Red Sox | Lowell gets Saturday and Sunday off

The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell did not play Saturday, June 20, against the Atlanta Braves, because he was "feeling beat up," according to manager Terry Francona. Lowell was also out of the starting lineup Sunday, June 21.

Mike Lowell is getting a second straight day off Sunday with

Mike Lowell is getting a second straight day off Sunday with tightness in his surgically repaired hip. The Red Sox likely would have preferred that he hold off until they returned to NL parks, giving them a better reason to use David Ortiz at first and Kevin Youkilis at third. [...]

Lowell fatigued

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer, third baseman Mike Lowell is out of the starting lineup for the second day in a row on Sunday.

Our View: Lowell is getting another day of rest as he's apparently suffering from fatigue. He should be fine next week after some significant rest.

Boston 3B Mike Lowell was given the day off again on Sunday

News: Boston 3B Mike Lowell was given the day off again on Sunday against the Braves, reports the Boston Globe. Lowell has been dealing with fatigue and has taken off two straight games. [...]

Lowell was once again out of the lineup Sunday against the Braves,

Lowell was once again out of the lineup Sunday against the Braves, the Boston Globe reports. [...]

Lowell received a routine night off Saturday night in Boston's

Lowell received a routine night off Saturday night in Boston's win over Atlanta. [...]

Boston 3B Mike Lowell got the night off on Saturday against

News: Boston 3B Mike Lowell got the night off on Saturday against the Braves and might get another on Sunday because he's "feeling beat up," Red Sox manager Terry Francona said. Kevin Youkilis got the start at third base instead and Mark Kotsay played first. [...]

Mike Lowell is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against

Mike Lowell is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Braves. Kevin Youkilis will slot over to third with Mark Kotsay getting the call at first. [...]

Red Sox | Players unhappy with management

The Boston Herald's Sean McAdam reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell said he and some of his teammates are upset that Red Sox management opted to start a game that was delayed by rain for 2 hours and 10 minutes Thursday, June 18. "I think a lot of guys are (ticked) right now," said Lowell. "Absolutely, without a doubt. We were talking makeup dates (in July.) We were going to play 21 games in a row (without a day off). I don't know if the gate was worth it. I don't know if there are a lot of guys (upset), but I'm one of them."

Red Sox DH David Ortiz was in the lineup at first base Friday

News: Red Sox DH David Ortiz was in the lineup at first base Friday night in Philadelphia, according to the Boston Globe. Kevin Youkilis shifted to third base and Mike Lowell got the night off. [...]

Lowell is sitting out on Friday night with Kevin Youkilis playing

Lowell is sitting out on Friday night with Kevin Youkilis playing third and David Ortiz starting at first base, the Boston Globe reports. [...]

Red Sox | Lowell on a hot streak

RedSox.MLB.com's Ian Browne reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell is hitting .333 with four homers and 10 RBIs in the last 15 games.

Mike Lowell homered in a win over the Yankees on Wednesday night.

Mike Lowell homered in a win over the Yankees on Wednesday night. The third-inning shot over the Green Monster went a long way towards chasing Chien-Ming Wang from the game. [...]

Mike Lowell Lowell was awarded his ninth home run of the season

News: Mike Lowell Lowell was awarded his ninth home run of the season after umpires used video review to overturn their on-field call of a double in the second inning Saturday against Texas. Lowell's line drive near the left-field pole bounced first off a ledge in the front row of the Green Monster Seats and caromed onto the field. [...]

Lowell has now hit in four straight, and is on track for another

Lowell has now hit in four straight, and is on track for another solid season. There's not a lot of flash to Lowell, either as a fantasy player or on the actual field, but it's tough to argue with his his .301-9-37 line through 54 games.

Umpires overturn on-field call, change to homer

The Red Sox's Mike Lowell has been awarded a home run after umpires used video review to overturn their on-field call of a double in the second inning of Saturday night's game against the Texas Rangers

Umpires overturn on-field call, change to homer

The Red Sox's Mike Lowell has been awarded a home run after umpires used video review to overturn their on-field call of a double in the second inning of Saturday night's game against the Rangers

Red Sox | Lowell ejected Wednesday

The Associated Press reports Boston Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell was ejected from the game Wednesday, June 3.