Trevor Story to Miss Extended Time After Sports Hernia Surgery

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story is expected to miss a significant portion of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a sports hernia. The team announced the successful procedure, performed by Dr. William Meyers at the Vincera Institute in Philadelphia, on Friday.

Story, 33, was placed on the 10-day injured list last weekend after initially attempting to play through discomfort that began during spring training. While the club did not provide an official recovery timeline, Story told reporters last week that such surgery would likely sideline him for six to ten weeks.

The two-time All-Star has struggled at the plate this season, batting .206 with three home runs, 19 RBIs, and 57 strikeouts over 41 games. His .547 OPS ranks among the lowest in Major League Baseball. Story acknowledged the injury has impacted his performance, stating he has not been able to move like himself on the field. He expressed a focus on solving the problem and moving forward.

This latest surgery marks another setback in Story's tenure with Boston, which has been frequently interrupted by injuries since he signed a six-year contract before the 2022 season. He has previously undergone procedures...