Trevor Story Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Red Sox vs Braves game on Feb 27, 2026 with our Major League Baseball injury report.Sep 30, 2023
Records homer and steal
Story went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and one steal in Friday's victory over the Orioles.
ANALYSIS
Story opened the scoring Friday night with a 413-foot, two-run blast off John Means in the fifth inning. The Boston shortstop later swiped his 10th base, notching double-digit steals for the sixth consecutive year. Despite the nice start to the weekend, Story has had a tough year, slashing .200/.250/.320.
Sep 24, 2023
Out of Sunday's lineup
Story is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story went 3-for-4 with a run during the first game of the series versus Chicago, but he's otherwise gone 4-for-34 since Sept. 10 and has a .505 OPS this month. Pablo Reyes will man the keystone and bat seventh Sunday.
Sep 20, 2023
Heads to bench Wednesday
Story is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Rangers.
ANALYSIS
Story is hitting .155 with one home run, three steals and 20 strikeouts in 58 at-bats this month. Ceddanne Rafaela is starting at shortstop and leading off against righty Jon Gray.
Sep 14, 2023
Not starting nightcap
Story isn't in the Red Sox's lineup for the second game of Thursday's doubleheader with the Yankees, sMac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
After going 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI en route to a victory in Game 1, Story will get a breather to conclude the series. Ceddanne Rafaela will fill in at shortstop and bat in the leadoff spot while Story rests.
Sep 12, 2023
Sitting out first game
Story is not in the lineup for the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader versus the Yankees, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Ceddanne Rafaela is at shortstop for the Red Sox in the afternoon tilt. Story -- who has just a .509 OPS in his first 27 games this season -- will likely be back in the lineup for the nightcap.
Sep 10, 2023
Three hits, stolen base
Story went 3-for-6 with a double, two RBI, one run scored and a stolen base in Saturday's loss against the Orioles.
ANALYSIS
Story's three hits Saturday matched his total from the previous 38 at-bats (11 contests) while the stolen base was his second in three games. Since returning from the injured list Aug. 8, the 30-year-old shortstop is batting .190 with one home run, seven RBI, seven runs and seven steals across 105 plate appearances.
Sep 5, 2023
Absent from lineup Tuesday
Story is out of the lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Rays, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story has been unable to find his groove at the plate since returning just under a month ago, managing just a .507 OPS through 22 games. He'll get a breather Tuesday to recharge the batteries. Ceddanne Rafaela is at shortstop and leading off versus Zach Eflin.
Sep 2, 2023
Slump continues in loss
Story went 0-for-4 in Friday's 13-2 loss to the Royals.
ANALYSIS
Story continues to slump as the calendar flips to September. The shortstop has one hit in his last 20 at-bats and is 7-for-57 (.123) with a 35.0 K% over the last 14 games. While the Red Sox's playoff chances dim amid a five-game losing streak, the team may want the veteran to get as many at-bats as possible after missing the first four months of the season.
Aug 30, 2023
Taking seat Wednesday
Story is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's contest versus the Astros, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Story had been in the lineup for each of the previous five tilts but will begin Wednesday's matinee on the bench. Ceddanne Rafaela is handling shortstop for the Red Sox.
Aug 26, 2023
Knocks first home run
Story went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer in Friday's loss to the Dodgers.
ANALYSIS
Story's two-run shot in the second inning was his first home run since Sep. 4 of last season. He's produced back-to-back multi-hit games after posting a .517 OPS through his first 13 games of the year. Story improved his slash line to .232/.271/.375 with six extra-base hits through 59 plate appearances.
Aug 24, 2023
Getting breather
Story is absent from the lineup for Thursday's game in Houston, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story had started each of the last four contests but will sit Thursday's afternoon game out. Pablo Reyes is covering shortstop and Luis Urias is at second base.
Aug 24, 2023
Posts steal in win
Story went 2-for-5 with a double, one RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's 7-5 extra-inning win over the Astros.
ANALYSIS
Story had hit a skid over the last week, going 2-for-28 with 10 strikeouts over his previous seven games. He still struck out three times Wednesday, but he was a little more productive at the plate. The shortstop is batting .212 with no home runs, four steals, five doubles and three runs scored over 13 contests this year, with his RBI in this game being his first of the campaign. He missed over four months to begin the season while recovering from elbow surgery, so it's not a surprise for him to be scuffling a bit.
Aug 19, 2023
Out of lineup
Story will be on the bench for Saturday's game against the Yankees.
ANALYSIS
Story sits for just the second time in 11 games since returning from elbow surgery. He hasn't exactly hit the ground running after his long absence, slashing .200/.243/.314 after going hitless in his last four games. Pablo Reyes will fill in at shortstop.
Aug 14, 2023
Three doubles, two steals in win
Story went 4-for-4 with three doubles, two runs scored and two steals in Sunday's victory over the Tigers.
ANALYSIS
It was a huge day for Story, who's now 7-for-11(.636) with four doubles and three steals over his last four games. Overall, the 30-year-old shortstop is batting .368 (7-for-19) with a .979 OPS across 20 plate appearances since returning from the IL on Aug. 9. Story could certainly provide some value down the stretch while batting in the middle of Boston's lineup.
Aug 12, 2023
Two hits, steal in win
Story started at shortstop and went 2-for-4 with a steal and a run scored in Friday's 5-2 win over Detroit.
ANALYSIS
Story had his first multi-hit game and steal since being activated off the injured list earlier this week. After fanning six times over his first eight plate appearances, Story is 3-for-7 with a walk and a strikeout since.
Aug 10, 2023
Serves as DH
Story was the designated hitter and went 0-for-4 in Wednesday's 4-3 win over Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Story started on back-to-back days since coming off the injured list but was given a break from the field after starting at shortstop Tuesday. He's 0-for-8 with six strikeouts.
Aug 9, 2023
Hitless in debut
Story started at shortstop and went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in Tuesday's 9-3 loss to the Royals.
ANALYSIS
It was a quiet night for Story, who made his season debut after returning from an elbow injury. He may need some time to adjust to MLB pitching after the shortstop posted a 1.117 OPS with four doubles and four home runs over 13 games of a rehab assignment.
Aug 8, 2023
Batting third in season debut
Story (elbow) was activated from the 60-day injured list ahead of Tuesday night's game against the Royals, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story is starting at shortstop and batting third in his season debut Tuesday versus the Royals and right-hander Brady Singer. Recovered from January internal brace surgery on his right elbow, the 30-year-old middle infielder posted an encouraging .300/.417/.700 batting line with four home runs and four doubles in 13 minor-league rehab games between Double-A Portland and Triple-A Worcester. Yu Chang has been designated for assignment in a corresponding roster move.
Aug 7, 2023
Set for season debut Tuesday
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Story (elbow) will return from the 60-day injured list for Tuesday's game against the Royals, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Over the weekend, Cora noted that Story would remain on assignment at Triple-A Worcester through Thrusday, when his 20-day rehab window would have expired. After further deliberation, however, the Red Sox elected to bring Story back a couple days earlier than expected. The 30-year-old's surgically repaired right elbow showed no ill effects over the course of his 13-game rehab assignment between Worcester and Double-A Portland, as he amassed an 1.117 OPS while walking at a 14.1 percent clip and playing 51 innings in the field. Story is expected to immediately settle in as the Red Sox's everyday shortstop after he played primarily at second base during his first season with the club in 2022.
Aug 6, 2023
Won't be activated until Thursday
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Sunday that Story (elbow) will remain on his rehab assignment at Triple-A Worcester until his 20-day window expires Wednesday, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story hasn't experienced any reported setbacks with his surgically-repaired elbow since he began the rehab assignment July 21, but the Red Sox want to give the 30-year-old as much time as possible to knock off the rust both at the plate and in the field. Between stints with Worcester and Double-A Portland, Story has posted a .967 OPS over 12 games, and he's also logged 44 total innings at shortstop. If Story is activated from the 60-day injured list Thursday as anticipated, he'll step back in as Boston's everyday shortstop, though Cora could deploy him as a designated hitter once or twice a week in an effort to ease him back into the mix.
Aug 5, 2023
Nearing end of rehab window
Story (elbow) will remain on assignment with Triple-A Worcester through the weekend, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
The plan calls for Story to DH on Saturday before playing shortstop for the WooSox on Sunday. Worcester is then off Monday, and Story's 20-day rehab window closes Wednesday, so the shortstop seems likely to be back with the Red Sox at some point next week. He recently expressed a desire to remain on his rehab assignment as he tries to shake the rust after the long layoff from an internal bracing procedure.
Aug 2, 2023
Won't return Friday
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Wednesday that Story (elbow) won't be activated off the 60-day injured list Friday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story expressed a desire to remain with Triple-A Worcester and continue rehabbing, so he'll take another couple of days to gear up for his season debut. The 30-year-old infielder is currently slashing .250/.400/.688 through six games in Triple-A during his assignment.
Aug 1, 2023
Return this weekend not guaranteed
Manager Alex Cora indicated Tuesday that Story (elbow) isn't a lock to be reinstated from the injured list this weekend, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The veteran infielder doesn't appear to have suffered any sort of setback, as he's still expected to be activated before his rehab assignment expires next Wednesday. Yu Chang has recently been operating as Boston's shortstop but has a .544 OPS in 97 plate appearances this season, so it should be Story's job once he's on the active roster.
Jul 29, 2023
Could return next week
Story (elbow) went 1-for-2 with a walk and a solo home run for Triple-A Worcester on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Story played the field once again and is looking ready to be activated. The Red Sox's official site indicates Story could be activated when the team begins a homestand next Friday against the Blue Jays.
Jul 27, 2023
Pair of hits at Triple-A
Story (elbow) started at shortstop and went 2-for-3 with a double and was hit by a pitch for Triple-A Worcester on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Story, who moved up to the WooSox after playing three rehab games at Double-A Portland, has served in the field for three of the four rehab games thus far. Red Sox manager Alex Cora suggested Story could return to Boston this coming weekend, and MLB.com reports he'll start at shortstop immediately upon his activation from the injured list. It had been speculated that Story would initially serve as the designated hitter before playing the field.
Jul 25, 2023
Return this weekend not ruled out
Red Sox manager Alex Cora on Tuesday wouldn't rule out a return this weekend for Story (elbow) if the shortstop says he's ready, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Story is currently slated to play shortstop Tuesday, serve as the designated hitter Wednesday and then return to shortstop Thursday in his first three rehab games at Triple-A Worcester. He has already played three rehab contests at Double-A Portland, going 2-for-8 with a home run. Cora did indicate that Story's timing is off at the plate and they didn't want to rush the infielder back, so a return this weekend might be a bit of a push. It shouldn't be long, though.
Jul 23, 2023
Rehab shifting to Triple-A
Story (elbow) will move to Triple-A Worcester to continue his rehab assignment this week, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story began a rehab assignment at Double-A Portland on Friday and has gone 2-for-8 with a three-run homer, two runs, two walks and five strikeouts over his first three games. The 30-year-old will likely require several games with the Triple-A club before he's cleared to rejoin the Red Sox, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him activated sometime in early August.
Jul 22, 2023
Four strikeouts in rehab game
Story (elbow) went 0-for-4 with four strikeouts in his second rehab game Saturday at Double-A Portland, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story began his rehab assignment with a bang Friday, slugging a three-run homer and drawing a walk while scoring two runs. It has been 10 months since he last played regularly in live games, though, so some rust should be expected. The 30-year-old infielder remains on track to make his 2023 debut with the Red Sox around the beginning of August.
Jul 21, 2023
Homers in rehab debut
Story (elbow) went 1-for-2 with a three-run homer, a walk and two runs scored in his rehab debut Friday at Double-A Portland.
ANALYSIS
Story also played five innings at shortstop in a promising start to what is likely to be a lengthy minor-league rehab stint. He's expected to serve as Portland's designated hitter Saturday before then logging five more innings at shortstop Sunday. The 30-year-old infielder has been out all season while recovering from January internal brace surgery to repair the UCL in his right elbow.
Jul 19, 2023
Rehab to begin Friday
Story (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment Friday at Double-A Portland, MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The initial plan calls for Story to play five innings at shortstop Friday, then serve as the designated hitter Saturday, followed by another five innings at short Sunday. Boston manager Alex Cora said Story is feeling good physically, both at the plate and in the field, and that the assignment is about building him up. The manager also stressed the organization will not rush Story back, despite a desperate need for stability at the shortstop position in the majors. The rehab assignment could last up to 20 days.
Jul 18, 2023
Likely beginning rehab this week
Red Sox manager Alex Cora indicated that the club will announce Tuesday when Story (elbow) will begin his minor-league rehab assignment, MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
By all indications, Story is on the verge of playing in games in the minors. The big questions now are when, where exactly and for how long? It's possible Story will have to work his way up the ladder in the minor leagues, and he could potentially need close to the full 20 days afforded to him on the rehab assignment. Story underwent an internal bracing procedure on his right elbow in January and the Red Sox need him to show he can throw well enough with that elbow to play in the field upon his return.
Jul 15, 2023
No rehab assignment yet
Story (elbow) won't begin a rehab assignment this weekend but will be re-evaluated early next week, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Reports from early July indicated that Story had a shot to begin his rehab assignment immediately after the break, but that was never officially confirmed as a definite plan, so the fact that he's not quite ready doesn't necessarily count as a setback. If he's cleared for game action early next week, he'll still have a chance to return sometime in early August.
Jul 10, 2023
Throwing long distance
Story (elbow) is throwing from 160-170 feet, MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story will continue to work out at Fenway Park during the All-Star break and is optimistic about beginning a rehab assignment shortly after the break. "I'm almost there," Story said. "I think we'll have a rehab assignment pretty quick after the All-Star break, not exactly sure when." The rehab assignment can be a maximum of 20 days, and Red Sox expect him back at some point during August.
Jul 5, 2023
Closing in on rehab assignment
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Wednesday that there's a chance Story (elbow) could be ready for a rehab assignment immediately after the All-Star break, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Cora also noted that when Story returns it will be as a shortstop, as the team has no plans to bring him back sooner as a designated hitter. August has been mentioned as a timeline for Story's return and with the way things are progressing it's looking like he could be ready right around the beginning of that month. "He's been so good so far, no obstacles, no red flags, you never know what can happen in the upcoming days ... but so far it's trending in the right direction, and fast," Cora said of Story.
Jul 4, 2023
Manager encouraged
Red Sox manager Alex Cora indicated Tuesday that he's encouraged by how Story's (elbow) rehab is going, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
"He's feeling good, he's throwing the ball well... he's making some tough throws... It's looking good, it's looking good," Cora said. "I don't want to get too excited, let's put it that way." Story -- who is coming back from an internal brace procedure on his right elbow -- is slated to take batting practice Tuesday. He's expected to be ready to return at shortstop for the Red Sox sometime in August, although the club has not yet ruled out bringing him back earlier as a designated hitter.
Jul 2, 2023
Taking live batting practice
Story (elbow) is scheduled to take live batting practice Tuesday, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
The veteran shortstop previously indicated a return in August could be possible, though manager Alex Cora decline to offer any sort of return timeline Sunday. Story's advancement to facing live pitching is encouraging news, but the progression of his throwing program is likely of greater importance given he's returning from internal bracing surgery in his right elbow.
Jun 12, 2023
Can play shortstop by August
Story (elbow) offered August as a rough timeline for when he'll be able to play shortstop when asked Monday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
It remains possible that Story could return sooner as a designated hitter, although that hasn't been decided yet and it's unclear how likely of a scenario it is. Story has increased his throwing to 120 feet as he recovers from an internal bracing procedure of his right elbow and he's aiming to build up to 150 feet.
Jun 12, 2023
Increases throwing distance
Story (elbow) was spotted playing catch from 120 feet Monday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story had been playing catch from 105 feet at this point last week, so he's taken another marginal step forward in his recovery from elbow surgery by stretching his long-toss distance out another 15 feet. The 30-year-old should continue to gradually increase the distance and intensity of his throwing, but the Red Sox could bring him back from the 60-day injured list as a designated hitter initially rather than immediately installing him as their everyday shortstop. Story still appears to be targeting somewhere around the All-Star break for his season debut.
Jun 5, 2023
Early return to DH possible
Red Sox manager Alex Cora on Monday didn't dismiss the possibility of Story (elbow) being activated before he's ready to play the field, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The possibility wouldn't seem to be terribly likely, but it's notable that Cora didn't outright dismiss it. Story's throwing has progressed to 105 feet as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery and he's been taking batting practice in the cage. He'll rejoin the Red Sox next week to discuss the next steps in his rehab.
May 12, 2023
Hitting and throwing
Story (elbow) has been hitting and throwing at the Red Sox' spring training complex in Florida, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story's rehab from an internal bracing procedure of the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow has gone well to this point. He's still in the relatively early stages of what will be a long road to recovery, but the infielder has a chance to play a good amount for the Red Sox in the second half if all progresses as expected.
Apr 15, 2023
Playing catch
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Friday that Story (elbow) has begun playing catch, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The manager could put a strict timetable on Story's return, but it's reasonable to expect him to be playing at some point following the All-Star break. Story underwent a procedure described as an internal bracing of the right ulnar collateral ligament.
Apr 4, 2023
Works with plyometric ball
Story (elbow) started work with a plyometric ball in preparation to begin a throwing program within the next two weeks, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Story is 12 weeks removed from an internal bracing procedure, which is a modified version of Tommy John surgery designed to repair and reinforce the elbow ligaments. He's been running to keep in shape and has now added the plyo ball, which is a rubber ball that will build arm strength before Story cuts loss with a baseball. In addition to running and plyo ball work, Story has been taking grounders without throwing every other day. He's at least a few months away from returning.
Apr 2, 2023
Set to start throwing in two weeks
Story (elbow) is scheduled to begin a throwing program in two weeks, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Story will begin throwing in the middle of April, and assuming all goes well the infielder will start a hitting program two weeks later. The 30-year-old infielder underwent internal brace surgery in January to repair the UCL in his right elbow, and he's expected to miss at least the first half of the 2023 season. Being able to hit and throw before the end of May suggests he's at least on schedule with that timeline.
Mar 10, 2023
Fielding grounders this week
Story (elbow) fielded grounders Thursday in Red Sox camp, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It was his first time doing any on-field baseball activity since he underwent internal brace surgery in January to repair the UCL in his right elbow. "It's something small in the grand scheme of things," Story said Friday. "But in the progression it's big ... It was a good day." The positive step here is encouraging, but there remains no exact timetable for when the 30-year-old infielder might return to action for Boston. He can be ruled out through at least the first half of the 2023 campaign.
Feb 16, 2023
Placed on 60-day IL
Story was placed on the 60-day injured list Thursday due to right elbow ulnar collateral ligament repair.
ANALYSIS
The move frees up a spot on the 40-man roster. Story underwent an internal bracing procedure on his UCL in January and is expected to be sidelined at least until the second half of the season. With Story out, Enrique Hernandez will handle shortstop and Christian Arroyo will cover second base, at least until Adalberto Mondesi (knee) is ready.
Feb 15, 2023
Targeting second-half return
Story (elbow) acknowledged Wednesday that he won't be realistically ready to play until the second half of the season in a "best-case scenario," Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
After Story underwent an internal bracing procedure on the UCL of his right elbow in January, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com relayed that the infielder was looking at a 4-to-6-month recovery timeline, based on previous examples of players who have opted for the modified version of Tommy John surgery. Based on comments from Red Sox chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom and Story himself, the 30-year-old looks as though he'll need the full six months to recover, and he could be in store for additional missed time beyond that. Story admitted that there's a possibility he doesn't play at all during the 2023 season, though at this early stage of his rehab, he remains "right on track," according to Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald. Story has currently been going through range-of-motion work at his offseason home, but he remains undecided about whether he'll continue his rehab program at the Red Sox's spring training facility in Florida or back in Boston once the season gets underway.
Jan 21, 2023
Expects to play in 2023
Story (elbow) believes he will be able to play in 2023, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story underwent an internal bracing procedure on the UCL in his right elbow in the middle of January. The infielder is expected to miss at least 4-6 months while he recovers from the procedure, but that timeline does give him an opportunity to return at some point this summer. While Story is out, it appears that Enrique Hernandez will see the majority of his playing time at shortstop, but Boston had made it known they are looking for help in the middle of their infield.
Jan 10, 2023
Undergoes elbow procedure
Story underwent an internal bracing procedure on the UCL in his right elbow Monday, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
The procedure is an alternative to Tommy John surgery and should carry a shorter recovery time, though Story is nonetheless still expected to miss time. A clear picture of his return timeline has not yet emerged. The timing is particularly bad for the Red Sox, as Story had been expected to slide back to shortstop following the departure of Xander Bogaerts. Enrique Hernandez may be asked to step into the middle infield, though that would create a new hole in center field.
Dec 15, 2022
Favorite to start at shortstop
Story is the top internal option to start at shortstop for the Red Sox following the departure of Xander Bogaerts, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story returning to his natural position isn't a slam dunk, though, given concerns about his throwing arm. It's still possible the team opts to keep him at second base and either acquire a shortstop from outside the organization or put Enrique Hernandez there. As Cotillo points out, Story ranked in the 97th percentile in outs above average at second base but just the eighth percentile in arm strength.
Sep 29, 2022
Season likely over
Story is dealing with an illness and is unlikely to play again this season, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The Red Sox hoped to get Story back before the season came to a close, but his illness will prevent him from traveling for Boston's upcoming series in Toronto and only three games remain on the schedule after that, so it's looking likely he will be shut down. Assuming that occurs, the trio of Christian Arroyo, Enrique Hernandez and Yu Chang will hold down the second base spot the rest of the way.
Sep 28, 2022
Facing off against live pitching
Story (heel) is scheduled to hit against rehabbing starting pitcher Kutter Crawford (shoulder) in a simulated game Tuesday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Story, who has been sidelined since Sept. 11 with a left heel contusion, is still angling to play again in 2022, though the Red Sox don't plan to activate him from the 10-day injured list until Monday at the soonest. Facing live pitching marks a step in the right direction for Story, but he'll still need to resume defensive drills and a running program before the Red Sox sign off on his return.
Sep 27, 2022
Aiming for late return
The earliest possible return for Story (heel) is during Boston's final series against the Rays, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
After landing on the injured list Thursday with a left heel contusion, Story has already been ruled out for the entirety of Boston's current series with Baltimore and their next series in Toronto. With the team out of the playoff race, it is a real possibility that they simply shut him down for the season and look to 2023.
Sep 22, 2022
Lands on injured list
Story was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left heel contusion Thursday, retroactive to Sept. 19, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story has been sidelined with his heel injury for over a week, and he'll miss at least another week after the Red Sox opted to place him on the injured list. While the 29-year-old will be eligible to return as early as Sept. 29, it's possible that he'll be shut down for the remainder of the season since Boston isn't in the playoff picture. Bobby Dalbec was recalled from Triple-A Worcester on Thursday, and Christian Arroyo should see increased playing time at second base while Story is unavailable.
Sep 22, 2022
Still not starting Thursday
Story (heel) isn't in the lineup Thursday against the Yankees, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story continues to deal with a heel injury that will keep him out of the lineup for an eighth consecutive game, but the Red Sox have chosen to keep him off the injured list for now. Yu Chang will take over at the keystone and bat eighth.
Sep 21, 2022
Remains out of lineup
Story (heel) isn't starting Wednesday against the Reds, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story is out of the lineup for a seventh consecutive game due to a heel issue, and it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to the field. Enrique Hernandez will take his place at second base and bat ninth.
Sep 20, 2022
Takes seat again Tuesday
Story (heel) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Reds.
ANALYSIS
Story ran Sunday and had an extra day to rest with the Red Sox off Monday, but he is still not ready to return to action. Story was close to getting back on the field last week, but as things stand, it's unclear when he will be cleared to do so.
Sep 20, 2022
Running bases
Story (heel) ran the bases Sunday, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story suffered left heel pain more than a week ago and hasn't played since. Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Story's return is about how much pain the infielder can tolerate while running.
Sep 18, 2022
Still out Sunday
Story (heel) is not in Sunday's lineup against the Royals.
ANALYSIS
Story has been sidelined all week with left heel soreness. Yu Chang gets the start at the keystone, hitting eighth. Boston has an off day Monday before a two-game series in Cincinnati.
Sep 17, 2022
Still not starting
Story (heel) isn't starting Saturday against the Royals, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story continues to deal with a heel issue and will be excluded from the lineup for a fourth consecutive game. Christian Arroyo is starting at the keystone and batting fifth.
Sep 16, 2022
Remains out of lineup
Story (heel) isn't starting Friday against the Royals, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
The Red Sox hoped that Story would return to action Friday, but he'll remain out of the lineup for a third consecutive game. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench if needed, but Christian Arroyo will start at the keystone and bat seventh.
Sep 14, 2022
Likely returning Friday
Story (heel), who isn't starting Wednesday against the Yankees, will likely return Friday against Kansas City, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story is sidelined for a second consecutive game due to left heel pain Wednesday, but it seems likely that he'll be back in action following Boston's scheduled off day Thursday. The 29-year-old has been relatively productive since the start of September, slashing .286/.342/.486 with a home run, four doubles, eight RBI, two runs and a stolen base over nine games.
Sep 14, 2022
Still not starting
Story (heel) isn't starting Wednesday against the Yankees, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story left Sunday's game due to left heel pain, and manager Alex Cora was optimistic that the infielder would be able to return to action Wednesday. However, the 29-year-old will remain out of the lineup for a second consecutive game while Enrique Hernandez starts at the keystone and bats eighth.
Sep 14, 2022
Could play Wednesday
Boston manger Alex Cora said Story's return from a heel injury is not expected "to take longer than a few days," the Red Sox' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Cora is hoping his second baseman can play the second game of the two-game set with the Yankees on Wednesday. If not Wednesday, Story could return Friday after Thursday's off-day.
Sep 13, 2022
Out with heel issue Tuesday
Story (heel) is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Yankees.
ANALYSIS
Story will miss the first of a two-game series against the Yankees after leaving Sunday's game with left heel pain. Christian Arroyo is starting at second base and hitting sixth.
Sep 11, 2022
Exits with left heel pain
Story was removed from Sunday's game against the Orioles in the bottom of the seventh inning due to left heel pain, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story grounded into a double play to end the top of the seventh inning, and he was replaced defensively to begin the bottom half of the frame. Prior to his departure, he went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts. He'll be able to rest during Boston's scheduled day off Monday, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Tuesday's series opener against the Yankees.
Sep 11, 2022
Has three RBI in win
Story went 2-for-5 with three RBI and a run scored in Saturday's 17-4 win over the Orioles.
ANALYSIS
Story accounted for the 17th and final run in Saturday's trouncing of the Orioles when Enrique Hernandez singled him home. Story also knocked in a few runs of his own including Xander Bogaerts in the fourth inning and Abraham Almonte in the eighth. His final RBI came on a bases loaded walk in the ninth that scored Almonte again. The veteran second baseman has improved his batting average from .232 to .240 this month thanks to three multi-hit games and a .313/.371/.531 slash line.
Sep 5, 2022
Lifts Sox in win
Story went 3-for-4 with a double and a three-run home run in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Rangers.
ANALYSIS
Story erased a Boston deficit in the bottom of the first inning with his three-run blast, the 16th homer of the season for the second baseman. He's hit safely in six of seven games since coming off the injured list, going 13-for-28 with five extra-base hits, four RBI, three runs scored and two stolen bases.
Sep 1, 2022
Retreats to bench
Story isn't in the lineup Thursday against the Rangers, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports.
ANALYSIS
Story has been productive at the plate since returning from the injured list, going 7-for-15 with a double, two runs, two stolen bases, a walk and four strikeouts over four games. However, he'll get a day off while Christian Arroyo starts at the keystone and bats sixth.
Aug 29, 2022
Swipes bag, scores run
Story went 3-for-3 with a run scored, a walk and a stolen base in Monday's 4-2 loss to Minnesota.
ANALYSIS
Story knocked three singles and stole his first base since June 26. He's 4-for-6 in two games since returning from the injured list after dealing with a wrist injury. He's now slashing .230/.298/.428 with 11 steals, 51 runs scored and 32 extra-base hits through 83 games.
Aug 28, 2022
Takes seat Sunday
Story is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story went 1-for-3 with a run scored in his return from the injured list Saturday, but he'll step out of the lineup for the series finale versus Tampa Bay. Christian Arroyo will start at the keystone and bat sixth Sunday.
Aug 28, 2022
Scores run in return
Story went 1-for-3 with one run scored in Saturday's 5-1 victory over the Rays.
ANALYSIS
Story (wrist) rejoined the lineup for the first time since July 12. In ten games prior to his stint on the 10-day injured list, the shortstop hit three homers in 37 at-bats. The 29-year-old is far more productive against lefties with an .842 OPS in 87 plate appearances compared to a .668 OPS in 258 plate appearances facing righties.
Aug 27, 2022
Activated by Red Sox
Story (wrist) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Saturday, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story's activation was expected Saturday, and he'll officially be in the lineup for Boston's matchup against Tampa Bay. The 29-year-old appeared in two rehab games at Double-A Portland this week and went 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, three runs, three RBI, a walk and a strikeout.
Aug 26, 2022
Likely to return Saturday
Story (wrist) will likely be reinstated from the 10-day injured list Saturday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story concluded his two-game rehab assignment Thursday, and he went 3-for-5 with a homer, a double, three runs and three RBI during his time with the minor-league club. He was evaluated by Boston's medical staff Friday and will likely be able to rejoin the lineup for Saturday's matchup against Tampa Bay.
Aug 26, 2022
Three-hit night on rehab
Story (wrist) went 3-for-4 with a double, a home run, two RBI and a second run scored for Double-A Portland on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Story started at second base and played seven innings in the field for the Sea Dogs. Red Sox manager Alex Cora said the second baseman will return to Boston on Friday to be re-evaluated, per Christopher Smith of MassLive.com, but that manager added Story will not be activated then.
Aug 25, 2022
Begins rehab assignment
Story (wrist) started at second base and went 1-for-1 with a walk, an RBI and a run scored for Double-A Portland on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Story kicked off a rehab assignment by playing four innings in the field before being replaced. The exact plan for Story has not been divulged, but the Red Sox likely want to see him play a full game in the field and maybe on back-to-back days before returning him to Boston.
Aug 23, 2022
Opening rehab assignment Wednesday
Story (wrist) will report to Double-A Portland on Wednesday to begin a rehab assignment, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was cleared to resume game action for the first time since July 12 after he was able to take batting practice Tuesday without any renewed discomfort in his fractured right wrist, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. The Red Sox haven't specified how long Story's rehab assignment will last, but he'll presumably need multiple games to regain his timing at the plate and get comfortable in the field again after being sidelined with the injury for the past five weeks.
Aug 19, 2022
Takes batting practice
Story (wrist) has taken batting practice and hit off the machine this week while with the Red Sox in Pittsburgh, Jake Crouse of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It's been nearly a month since Story was placed on the injured list with what was eventually diagnosed as a hairline fracture in his right wrist. The activity at PNC Park indicates he should soon be ready to begin a rehab assignment, if he responds well to the increased workload.
Aug 14, 2022
Will travel to Pittsburgh
Story (wrist) will travel with the Red Sox for the series in Pittsburgh beginning Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Story has been swinging the bat regularly over the last week, and the plan calls for him to take batting practice in Pittsburgh. That the club is bringing him on the road suggests he could be activated at some point, either in Pittsburgh or later in the week in Baltimore.
Aug 9, 2022
Swinging bat again
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Story (wrist) has resumed swinging a bat, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
The team isn't yet providing a timeline for Story's return from the 10-day injured list, but his ability to start swinging again is the first sign of progress for the second baseman since he was diagnosed in late July with a hairline fracture of his right wrist. Until Story remains on the shelf with the wrist injury, Christian Arroyo will serve as the Red Sox's primary option at the keystone.
Jul 30, 2022
Diagnosed with hairline fracture
Story has been diagnosed with a hairline fracture in his wrist, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was initially diagnosed with a bruised right hand when he landed on the injured list July 16, but he continued to experience discomfort and received a second opinion Saturday. The 29-year-old will be shut down from swinging for 10-14 days following his diagnosis, so he'll likely be unable to return to game action until at least mid-to-late August. Christian Arroyo should serve as the primary second baseman until Story is cleared to return.
Jul 29, 2022
Getting second opinion
Story (hand) will get a second opinion on his injury in the coming days, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
The Red Sox don't think Story is dealing with any structural issues in his right hand, but he's still feeling discomfort and will be further evaluated as a result. The 29-year-old has been on the injured list since mid-July, and it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to game action.
Jul 28, 2022
Hand still hurting
Manager Alex Cora said Thursday that Story is still experiencing discomfort in his right hand, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Cora didn't elaborate any further on Story's situation, but the skipper's comments would seem to suggest the 29-year-old won't be an option for this weekend's series with the Brewers. Story's ongoing absence should pave the way for Yolmer Sanchez and Jeter Downs to pick up more work at second base.
Jul 25, 2022
Swings bat Sunday
Story (hand) swung a bat Sunday for the first time sustaining a hand injury that landed him on the injured list, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story is eligible to return from the injured list, but he's not yet ready to play in a game. Red Sox manager Alex Cora said they'll see how the infielder responds Monday and hopefully activate him at some point during the week. Cora added that a rehab assignment is being discussed but no firm decision has been made.
Jul 22, 2022
Not yet swinging
Story (hand) tracked pitches Friday but isn't yet swinging, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story is feeling better following the All-Star break but hasn't yet been cleared to swing a bat. The 29-year-old should be on the injured list longer than the minimum of 10 days, and a better timetable for his return will presumably come into focus once he's able to ramp up his workload.
Jul 16, 2022
Lands on injured list
Story (finger) was placed on the injured list with a bruised right hand Saturday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story has been out since being hit in the hand by a pitch Tuesdays against Tampa Bay. The decision to place him on the injured list won't cost him many days due to the All-Star break. The move can be backdated to Wednesday, meaning he'll be eligible to return for the second game of the second half. Connor Wong was recalled to take his place on the roster.
Jul 16, 2022
Still sidelined
Story (finger) remains on the bench Saturday against the Yankees, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story hasn't played since being forced to leave Tuesday's game against the Rays after a pitch hit his hand. Previous reports indicated that there was no guarantee the second baseman would return prior to the All-Star break, so it's possible he remains out Sunday as well. Jeter Downs will make another start at the keystone Saturday.
Jul 15, 2022
Not starting Friday
Story (finger) isn't starting Friday's game against the Yankees, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story will be out of the lineup for a third consecutive game as he continues to deal with a finger injury. Whether he's available off the bench remains to be seen, but Jeter Downs will start at the keystone and bat ninth Friday.
Jul 14, 2022
Out Thursday, iffy for weekend
Story (finger) remains out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rays, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Manager Alex Cora already implied Wednesday that Story wouldn't be available for the final two contests of the series in Tampa Bay, so the second baseman's absence from the starting nine for the second day in a row comes as little surprise. Jeter Downs will pick up another start in place of Story, who disclosed Wednesday that he's unsure if he'll be able to avoid a trip to the injured list ahead of the All-Star break, per Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican. Story was removed from Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Tampa Bay after he was hit by a pitch on the knuckle of his right ring finger.
Jul 13, 2022
Set to miss next two games
Manager Alex Cora said he's hopeful Story (hand) can return to the lineup at some point during the Red Sox's weekend series with the Yankees, implying the second baseman will be on the bench for games Wednesday and Thursday against the Rays, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was cleared of any structural damage to his bruised right hand after he was hit by a pitch in Tuesday's loss, but he looks like he'll still be forced to miss at least a couple games due to the injury. Jeter Downs replaced Story on Tuesday and could serve as the Red Sox's primary option at the keystone until Story is cleared to play again.
Jul 13, 2022
X-rays negative
Story (hand) underwent X-rays that came back negative Tuesday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was diagnosed with a right hand contusion after leaving Tuesday's game against the Rays, and his X-rays confirmed that he isn't dealing with structural damage. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Wednesday's matchup in Tampa Bay, but he should be considered day-to-day for now.
Jul 12, 2022
Dealing with hand contusion
Story was diagnosed with a right hand contusion after leaving Tuesday's game against the Rays, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear whether or not Story underwent X-rays, but an initial diagnosis of a bruise is encouraging news regardless. The 29-year-old will continue to be evaluated and should be considered day-to-day for now.
Jul 12, 2022
Leaves with injury
Story was removed from Tuesday's game at Tampa Bay with an apparent right hand injury, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Story sustained the injury during the fifth inning when he was struck in the right hand by a pitch on a swing, and he was unable to finish the plate appearance. The specifics of the injury remain unclear, though it wouldn't be surprising if he's headed for X-rays.
Jul 11, 2022
Scores three times, drives in three
Story went 2-for-4 with a double, three runs and three RBI in Sunday's 11-6 win over the Yankees.
ANALYSIS
The three RBI matched Story's total from his previous 10 contests combined. Story had gotten on base at a poor .222 clip over those 10 games, and even after Sunday's big effort, his slash line sits at a disappointing .225/.294/.430 for the season. Per Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic, Story will stick in the lineup as Boston's No. 6 hitter in Monday's series opener with the Rays, and he's unlikely to be moved up in the order until he finds sustained success at the plate over an extended period.
Jul 9, 2022
Launches 15th homer
Story went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Friday's 12-5 loss to the Yankees.
ANALYSIS
He took Nestor Cortes deep in the fourth inning, but the Red Sox were already staring into a 9-2 deficit at that point. Story has gone yard three times in the last five games as part of a six-game hit streak, and while the surge has only lifted his slash line on the year to .224/.295/.432, he's still been productive with 15 homers, 10 steals, 46 runs and 55 RBI through 77 contests.
Jul 6, 2022
Swats 14th homer
Story went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in an 8-4 loss to the Rays on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Story picked up his 14th home run of the season, and his second over the past two games, by driving an offering from Jeffrey Springs deep to left center. The 29-year-old second baseman also struck out three times on the night. His performance is representative of his season at large. Story has a solid home run total which is marred by strikeouts. He is striking out at a 30.9% rate and is only slashing .224/.297/.427 on the year despite being a career .268 hitter.
Jul 5, 2022
Pops homer in return
Story went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Monday in the Red Sox's 4-0 win over the Rays.
ANALYSIS
After stepping out of the lineup for Sunday's series finale with the Cubs, Story checked back into the starting nine Monday and came through with his first multi-hit effort since June 26. Story appears to have settled in as the Red Sox's No. 6 hitter, as he'll make his eighth straight start out of that spot in the batting order Tuesday, per Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe.
Jul 3, 2022
Resting up Sunday
Story will rest for Sunday's game against the Cubs, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Both Story and J.D. Martinez are both said to be on the bench, though the lineup has not been posted yet for Boston. The Red Sox play an early game Monday against the Rays. Look for Story to be back in the lineup in front of the July 4 crowd at Fenway.
Jun 29, 2022
Sitting Wednesday
Story is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Since he's started in every game for Boston dating back to June 10, Story's absence from the lineup may just be maintenance-related. With the Red Sox off the schedule Thursday before returning to action Friday for the start of a three-game series with the Cubs, Story will effectively get two straight days off. Yolmer Sanchez will start at second base in place of Story, who went 2-for-7 with a solo home run and an additional RBI in the first two contests in Toronto.
Jun 26, 2022
Steals base, drives in two
Story went 2-for-6 with a stolen base and two RBI in a 8-3 win Sunday in Cleveland.
ANALYSIS
Story singled and stole his 10th base in the second and added a two-run single in the sixth. The stolen base gives him double-digit steals and homers for the fifth consecutive season. While his .227/.304/.414 is not what Boston had in mind when they signed him to a $140 million contract in the offseason, his counting stats are fairly good and he's on pace to hit over 20 homers, drive in 100 runs and steal more than 20 bases.
Jun 23, 2022
Swipes ninth bag
Story went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in a 6-2 victory against Detroit on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Story's eighth-inning single extended his modest hitting streak to six games, and he followed with his ninth theft of the campaign. The veteran infielder's .223/.303/.421 slash line on the season remains disappointing, but the steals combined with 11 homers and 48 RBI have allowed him to maintain a fair amount of fantasy value.
Jun 22, 2022
Mashes 11th homer
Story went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's 5-4 win over the Tigers.
ANALYSIS
The 29-year-old infielder took Beau Brieske deep in the fourth inning, extending his current hitting streak to five games. Story has run hot and cold all season, and while he may be heating up again now, he's still slashing just .229/.289/.400 through 18 games in June with two of his 11 homers on the season.
Jun 20, 2022
Drills 10th homer
Story went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and an additional run Sunday in the Red Sox's 6-4 win over the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Story's second-inning, two-out blast off St. Louis starter Andre Pallante ended a 20-game home-run drought, during which the 29-year-old contributed only six extra-base hits (all doubles). Aside from a one-week stretch in late May in which he slugged seven home runs and drove in 21, Story's first season in Boston has largely been a disappointment. He'll enter Monday's series opener against the Tigers with a .221/.304/.411 slash line and a 31.2 percent strikeout rate, his highest percentage since the 2017 campaign.
Jun 9, 2022
Riding pine Thursday
Story isn't starting Thursday's game against the Angels.
ANALYSIS
Story is getting a rare day off after he hit .280 with four doubles, four runs, four RBI and two stolen bases over the last six games. Christian Arroyo will draw the start at second base and lead off.
Jun 5, 2022
Doubles up in win
Story went 2-for-5 with two doubles, an RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's 8-0 win over Oakland.
ANALYSIS
Story's batting just .235 for the season, but he's delivered when runners are in scoring position (1.073 OPS). Four of his last five hits are doubles, as the second baseman picked up in June where he left off in May. After delivering 32 runs during the previous month, Story has three RBI in the first three games in June.
Jun 4, 2022
Delivers pair in win
Story went 2-for-3 with two walks, a double, two RBI and a stolen base in Friday's 7-2 win over Oakland.
ANALYSIS
Story's two-run double in the sixth inning turned out to be the game-winning hit and ended a six-game RBI drought. Prior to that, he had knocked in 21 runs over seven contests to vault himself among the MLB leaders in runs batted in. The second baseman now delivered a team-high 39 runs, placing him eighth overall in the league.
May 28, 2022
On bench for matinee
Story isn't starting the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Orioles, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Story has been on a tear recently, as he's slashed .313/.395/.969 with seven homers, 21 RBI, 11 runs and two stolen bases over the last eight games. He'll get his first breather since April 25 while Christian Arroyo starts at the keystone and bats sixth in Saturday's matinee.
May 27, 2022
Drives in four runs Thursday
Story went 2-for-4 with a home run, two total runs, four total RBI, a walk and a stolen base in Thursday's 16-7 win over the White Sox.
ANALYSIS
Story singled in a run in the first inning off Dallas Keuchel and got to the veteran hurler for a three-run blast to left field in the second. This was his third multi-hit game over his past seven contests, upping his batting average to .232 on the season. Over the weeklong hot stretch, Story is slashing .345/.394/1.069 with seven homers, 21 RBI and two stolen bases.
May 25, 2022
Continues torrid stretch Tuesday
Story went 2-for-6 with a three-run home run, two runs and two RBI in Tuesday's victory over the White Sox.
ANALYSIS
Story launched a three-run home run off Dylan Cease in the first inning and later added an RBI single in the fifth frame before coming around to score on a Christian Vazquez long ball. The homer was his eighth of the year and he has now gone deep in back-back contests and four out of five games. Over that stretch, the shortstop has gone 8-for-21 with six long balls, nine runs, 17 RBI and a stolen base. After a slow start to the season, the torrid stretch has his season numbers up to a .231 average with eight homers, 33 RBI, 23 runs and five stolen bases over 143 at-bats in 37 games in his first season with Boston.
May 20, 2022
Drills grand slam
Story went 1-for-4 with a grand slam in Friday's 7-3 win over Seattle.
ANALYSIS
Story launched a grand slam off of Robbie Ray in the third inning to get Boston on the board. After starting his Red Sox career with a 25-game homerless drought, Story has six over his last nine games, including four in just the last two days. He's raised his OPS from .613 to .746 with his two-day onslaught.
May 19, 2022
Turns in huge stat line
Story went 4-for-4 with three home runs, seven RBI, five runs scored and a stolen base Thursday against the Mariners.
ANALYSIS
Story blasted a pair of two-run homers and a three-run shot to bring his total on the season to five. Overshadowed by his powerful performance, Story also swiped his fifth bag of the campaign and has yet to be caught. He raised his OPS over 100 points with the effort but still owns a disappointing .230/.317/.413 line across 145 plate appearances for the season.
May 17, 2022
Blasts second homer
Story went 1-for-3 with a walk, a solo home run and a stolen base in Monday's 6-3 win over the Astros.
ANALYSIS
His seventh-inning blast off Phil Maton was his first home homer as a member of the Red Sox and it left Fenway Park entirely, flying over the Green Monster and onto Lansdowne Street. Both of Story's home runs on the season have come in the last five games as he begins to show signs of life at the plate, and he's also stolen a bag in three straight games.
May 12, 2022
Finally goes deep
Story went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to Atlanta.
ANALYSIS
Story launched his first home run for his new team 26 games into the season. The second baseman's season-opening slump is still hangs over the Red Sox, but a 3-for-9 stretch with a homer and four RBI over the last two games is a good sign. He's had a few starts and stops with respect to the slump, but Story's relief was evident in his first laundry cart ride of the season.
May 11, 2022
Dropped further in order
Story batted sixth and went 2-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored in Tuesday's 9-4 win over Atlanta.
ANALYSIS
Story was dropped to sixth in the order amid a 1-for-16 slump that's included 10 strikeouts and ornery fans at Fenway Park. It was the second time within the last week he's been dropped, and it appeared to help. Story padded Boston's two-run lead in the ninth inning when he laced a two-run single with the bases loaded -- the latest sign the second baseman's bat may be emerging from a season-opening slumber. "Good at-bats, good swing, good path. It's just one of those, he had the bases loaded at the end," Red Sox manager Alex Cora told Christopher Smith of MassLive.com. "Like I said before, that's the nature of the game. But I think overall, a lot of good at-bats." Story is one of several struggling hitters on a team that entered Tuesday's contest averaging 3.3 runs per game.
May 7, 2022
Dropped to second
Story batted second and went 1-for-4 with an RBI in Friday's 4-2 loss to the White Sox.
ANALYSIS
Story, who had been leading off, was dropped to the two-hole following a four-strikeout effort Thursday. That happened as it looked like Story was climbing out of an early-season slump. The second baseman is slashing .212/.292/.294 through 22 games (96 plate appearances).
May 6, 2022
Fanned four times
Story went 0-for-4 with four strikeouts in Thursday's 8-0 loss to the Angels.
ANALYSIS
Story had built momentum over the previous three games, but Shohei Ohtani put an end to that, handing the second baseman a golden sombrero. The Fenway Faithful let Story know they were not pleased with the performance, per Christopher Smith of MassLive.com, but his teammates and manager have his back. Story is batting .210 with a .293 OBP, .296 slugging percentage and .589 OPS over 21 games. He's still seeking his first home run.
May 5, 2022
Shows positive signs
Story went 2-for-5 with two doubles and three RBI in Wednesday's 10-5 extra-inning loss to the Angels.
ANALYSIS
Well before Boston's bullpen melted down in the final two innings, Story was the "story" for the Red Sox. He's struggled since Opening Day but has shown recent signs he may be turning the corner. He had a two-hit game Saturday in Baltimore followed by a three-walk effort Sunday. "That was a big day for me, the three walks," Story told Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com. "When I can control the strike zone like that and make decisions like that, good things are going to come. I've felt that way for the past week and it has been nice. I know I'm pretty close." Perhaps signing late in spring training has led to a slow start. Story has yet to homer and has a career-high 28.4 K%.
Apr 25, 2022
Not starting Monday
Story isn't starting Monday against the Blue Jays.
ANALYSIS
Story led off in the last four games and went 4-for-17 with a double, three runs, a stolen base, a walk and three strikeouts. He'll get a breather while Christian Arroyo starts at the keystone and bats eighth.
Apr 21, 2022
Leading off for first time
Story (head) is starting at second base and leading off Thursday against the Blue Jays.
ANALYSIS
He passed concussion protocols after being hit in the helmet by a pitch Wednesday. Story is still looking for his first home run and first stolen base on the season. He has a 33.3 K% and 6.1 BB% through eight games. This is his first time leading off all season.
Apr 20, 2022
Should play Thursday
Story passed the concussion protocols after being hit in the helmet by a pitch during Wednesday's loss to the Blue Jays, and manager Alex Cora expects the infielder to play Thursday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The 29-year-old is also undergoing some testing after the contest, but it appears he's avoided a concussion. Story remained in the game after being hit in the helmet by a 92-mph pitch during the third inning, and he may not end up missing any time despite the dangerous incident.
Apr 20, 2022
Extends hit streak
Story went 1-for-3 with a walk, a double and an RBI in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Blue Jays.
ANALYSIS
Scoring opportunities were rare for Boston, which managed just three hits during the game. Enrique Hernandez and Story hit back-to-back doubles in the third to produce the team's first run. Story's double extended his hit streak to six games and gave him three RBI in the last two contests.
Apr 18, 2022
Sitting on Marathon Monday
Story is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Twins, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The Red Sox will kick off their first game of the week and final game of their series with Minnesota at 11:10 a.m. ET, so Story's absence from the lineup merely looks to be the result of the quick turnaround. The 29-year-old also recently overcame a bout with a non-COVID-19-related illness and made starts in four of the past five days, going a collective 5-for-16 at the plate. Christian Arroyo will step in for Story at second base.
Apr 13, 2022
Makes impact in return
Story went 2-for-5 with an RBI in Wednesday's 9-7 win over the Tigers.
ANALYSIS
Story, who overcame a suspected bout of food poisoning, was not expected to be in the starting lineup but woke up feeling much better than anticipated. He moved up the three-hole, taking the spot normally reserved for the Xander Bogaerts, who was given the day off. The newest Red Sock produced his first RBI of the season, capping off Boston's six-run fourth inning with a run-producing single. The second baseman had just one hit in eight at-bats during the Yankees series before falling ill.
Apr 13, 2022
Back in lineup Wednesday
Story (illness) is starting Wednesday's game against Detroit, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Story was unlikely to play in Wednesday's series finale, but the 29-year-old will ultimately return to the lineup following a three-game absence. He'll start at the keystone and bat third.
Apr 12, 2022
Doubtful to play Wednesday
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Story (illness) is likely out for Wednesday's game against the Tigers, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Barring a dramatic turnaround in his condition leading up to Wednesday's 1:10 p.m. ET opening pitch, Story will wind up missing the entire series in Detroit and his fourth straight game overall. The fact that Story traveled with the team for the road trip is an encouraging sign, but the 29-year-old likely needs more time to regain strength after a case of the flu depleted him. Jonathan Arauz is the leading candidate to pick up another start at the keystone Wednesday.
Apr 12, 2022
Remains out Tuesday
Story (illness) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Tigers, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Though Story made the trip to Detroit for the three-game series with the Tigers, he'll sit for the third consecutive contest while he works to regain strength following a bout with the flu. As was the case the previous two days, Jonathan Arauz will replace Story in the lineup at second base.
Apr 12, 2022
May not play Tuesday
Story (non-COVID illness) rejoined the Red Sox in Detroit on Monday but may not be available to play Tuesday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports. "He feels weak," manager Alex Cora said. "Hopefully, he can come here tomorrow, get him moving around. Not sure he's going to play [Tuesday]. We're trying to shoot for the last day of the series."
ANALYSIS
Story played in Boston's first two games before missing the last two games with an illness. In his absence, Jonathan Arauz has filled in at second base and could get another starter Tuesday. Christian Arroyo is also around, but he may replace Jackie Bradley in right field with the Red Sox facing left-handed starter Tyler Alexander.
Apr 11, 2022
Could return Tuesday
Story (illness), who isn't available for Monday's game against the Tigers, hopes to be available Tuesday against Detroit, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story missed Sunday's game against the Yankees due to a non-COVID illness, and he won't be available to appear off the bench in Monday's series opener in Detroit. However, he's traveling with the team and has a chance to return to action following a two-game absence. Jonathan Arauz is starting at second base and batting eighth in Monday's game.
Apr 11, 2022
Won't play Monday
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Story (illness) won't be available for Monday's game against the Tigers, Sean McAdam of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.
ANALYSIS
While the Red Sox begin a three-game series in Detroit on Monday, Story is set to travel separately with the team while he continues to deal with a case of the flu. Cora reiterated Monday that Story's illness isn't COVID-19-related, and the fact that the prized offseason pickup is traveling with the team seemingly supports that notion. Even so, with Story already ruled out for Monday, he'll be available for no more than five of the Red Sox's six games this week, which could make it difficult for fantasy managers to justify including him in their lineups.
Apr 10, 2022
Sitting with illness
Story is not in the lineup Sunday against the Yankees due to a non-COVID illness, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The ailment isn't believed to be a serious concern, but it will hold Story out of the lineup for at least one contest. He should be considered day-to-day heading into Monday's series opener in Detroit, while Jonathan Arauz starts in his place Sunday.
Apr 10, 2022
Out of Sunday's lineup
Story is not in the lineup for Sunday night's game against the Yankees, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Story went 1-for-8 with a double and a walk in the first two games of the season and will take a seat for the series finale in New York. Jonathan Arauz will man the keystone in his place on Sunday Night Baseball.
Mar 30, 2022
Debuts in red socks
Story started at second base, batted sixth, and went 1-for-2 with a walk and an RBI in Wednesday's spring training game against the Braves.
ANALYSIS
Story made his first appearance in a Red Sox uniform since he signed with the club last week. He had been expected to play this past weekend, but the 29-year-old left camp to attend the birth of a child. While he batted mostly third or cleanup last season with the Rockies, the Red Sox return right-handed hitters Xander Bogaerts and J.D. Martinez for those spots. With lefty-hitting Alex Verdugo batting fifth, manager Alex Cora can break up a run of righties.
Mar 29, 2022
On track to play Wednesday
Manager Alex Cora said Story (personal) will play Wednesday in the Red Sox's Grapefruit League game against Atlanta, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
ANALYSIS
Since he didn't agree to his megadeal with Boston until March 20 and then didn't report to camp right away following the birth of his child, Story is behind the Red Sox's other position players as Opening Day approaches. Though Wednesday's game will mark Story's first game action, Cora expressed no concern about the 29-year-old's availability for the April 7 season opener versus the Yankees. Cora noted that Story is scheduled to play in spring games Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The heavy game load in the upcoming days should not only help Story make up for the competitive at-bats he's missed thus far during camp, but it'll also allow him to get comfortable at a new position. After playing shortstop for the majority of his career in Colorado, Story is expected to see most of his action at second base during his first year in Boston.
Mar 27, 2022
Returning Monday
Story (personal) is expected to rejoin the Red Sox on Monday, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
ANALYSIS
Story has been away from the team for the birth of his child, which in turn pushed back his debut with the team. Though the team doesn't have spring training game scheduled Monday, Story is expected to participate in an intrasquad contest, and he will likely debut in Grapefruit League action by the close of the week. Notably, manager Alex Cora said Story could receive extra days off early in the regular season as he gets fully ramped up.
Mar 25, 2022
Away for birth of child
Story will be away from camp for the next few days due to the birth of his child, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Previous reports indicated that Story would make his spring debut Saturday, but that will now be pushed back a few more days. His late signing with the Red Sox means he already didn't have much time to get up to speed by Opening Day, so it's possible he's eased into things with an extra off day or two at the beginning of the campaign.
Mar 25, 2022
Debut coming Saturday
Story will appear in his first game for Boston on Saturday against the Rays, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story, who officially signed with the Red Sox on Wednesday, took at-bats in a minor-league game one the backfields of Fenway South on Thursday and will do so again Friday. After his Grapefruit League debut Saturday, he'll head back to the backfields Sunday before the Red Sox determine whether he's ready for full-time Grapefruit League action. Boston manager Alex Cora has not committed to spot in the batting order for Story, who batted in the heart of the Rockies lineup last year -- 75 times at cleanup, 49 times out of the five-hole and 15 times hitting third.
Mar 20, 2022
Signing with Red Sox
Story agreed to a contract with the Red Sox on Sunday, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
The specific terms of the deal have yet to be reported, but Story is set to join the Red Sox after unsurprisingly declining the $18.4 million qualifying offer from the Rockies in November. Xander Boegerts has been locked in as Boston's shortstop since 2014 and will remain at the position, per Jim Bowden of The Athletic, though Story is viewed as the superior defender. Regardless of how the pair is positioned between shortstop and second base, the team now features one of the best middle infield pairings in the league. Story hit .251/.329/.471 with 24 home runs, 88 runs, 75 RBI and 20 stolen bases in 142 games last season in Colorado and will continue his career with Boston as its second baseman.
Nov 17, 2021
Declines qualifying offer
Story officially declined the Rockies' $18.4 million qualifying offer Wednesday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.
ANALYSIS
As anticipated, Story will now become a free agent and should be one of the most sought-after hitters on the open market in a deep shortstop class. Story's fantasy outlook could be affected significantly by what team he ultimately signs with, but regardless of where he lands, he'll likely be headed for a downgrade in his projected batting average and power output while he moves on from the friendly hitting confines of Coors Field.
Nov 6, 2021
Declining qualifying offer
Story will decline the Rockies' qualifying offer, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
The Rockies extended the one-year, $18.4 million qualifying offer as a formality. Story seems like a strong candidate to change organizations this offseason as the Rockies have been unable to surround him with quality players.
Oct 3, 2021
Not starting season finale
Story is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Story will head to the bench for Game 162 in what is likely his final contest with the Rockies. He has a .215/.329/.471 slash line with 24 homers, 75 RBI, 88 runs and 20 stolen in 959 plate appearances as he's poised to enter free agency in the offseason.
Oct 2, 2021
Reaches 20-20 mark
Story went 1-for-4 with a walk, an RBI and a stolen base in Friday's 9-7 win over the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
The star shortstop knocked in the go-ahead run with a ninth-inning single to help Colorado complete the comeback after being down by seven runs. Story also walked and stole second base in the seventh frame, giving him 20 thefts on the season. It's the third time in four years that he has reached the 20-20 mark; the lone exception was the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, when Story has well on pace to reach the milestone over a 162-game pace.
Sep 29, 2021
Perfect at plate Wednesday
Story went 4-for-4 with a walk and three runs scored in Wednesday's 10-5 win over Washington.
ANALYSIS
The shortstop appears set to end the year on a hot run, as he's gone 7-for-11 with three walks, a home run and a double in his last three games. Story's hits Wednesday were all singles, but the four-hit effort lifted his slash line to .253/.331/.477 through 586 plate appearances. He's added 24 home runs, 19 stolen bases, 74 RBI and 88 runs scored as one of Colorado's best hitters even in a somewhat disappointing season by his standards.
Sep 28, 2021
Homers in victory
Story went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and doubled in the win Tuesday against the Nationals.
ANALYSIS
The shortstop doubled in the first inning before taking Patrick Corbin deep in the fifth inning for his 24th long ball of the year. It was his third multi-hit contest in his last eight contests and he didn't strike out for only the second time in 14 contests. On the season, his slash of .247/.325/.473 are all his lowest marks since the 2017 campaign.
Sep 25, 2021
Day off Saturday
Story is not in Saturday's lineup against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
He is hitting .244 with five home runs and two steals in 20 games this month. Brendan Rodgers will start at shortstop while Ryan McMahon handles the keystone and Colton Welker starts at the hot corner.
Sep 19, 2021
Closing in on 20 steals
Story went 2-for-4 with a stolen base in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Washington.
ANALYSIS
The shortstop recorded his 19th steal of the season after reaching on a two-out single in the eighth inning. Story is now one shy of his third 20-steal campaign, and he had an impressive 15 in 59 contests during the abbreviated 2020 season. The 28-year-old owns a .249/.325/.479 slash line with 23 home runs, 72 RBI, 80 runs scored, five triples and 33 doubles in 548 plate appearances this year.
Sep 15, 2021
Swats homer in win
Story went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Tuesday's 5-4 win over Atlanta.
ANALYSIS
Story kicked off the scoring for the Rockies after clobbering a solo home run to lead off the second inning. The long ball was his third over his last four games and his 22nd of the year as he's shown some recent improvements in the power department. Overall, it's been a bit of a down year offensively for Story in comparison to year's past. The 28-year-old has never finished a season with a BABIP under .330 and currently sits at a .288 BABIP through 128 games in 2021. He's slashing .247/.326/.478 with 59 extra-base hits, 69 RBI, 78 runs scored, 18 steals and 46:126 BB:K over 531 plate appearances.
Sep 11, 2021
Launches another homer
Story went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 6-1 loss to Philadelphia.
ANALYSIS
Story produced Colorado's lone run with his sixth-inning blast off Philadelphia starter Zack Wheeler. It's the third time in five games Story has swatted a long ball, and he's added a triple and a double during a modest five-game hitting streak. The shortstop is slashing .249/.327/.476 with 21 homers, 68 RBI, 77 runs scored and 18 stolen bases in 126 contests.
Sep 11, 2021
Reaches 20-homer mark
Story went 1-for-4 with a solo home run, a walk and an additional run scored in Friday's 11-2 win over Philadelphia.
ANALYSIS
The shortstop had the first of back-to-back homers with C.J. Cron in the seventh inning. Story has now reached the 20-homer mark in all five full-length seasons he's played, and he had 11 in 59 contests during the abbreviated 2020 campaign. In 2021, he's had some struggles at the plate with a .249 batting average, but he's posted a .799 OPS with 67 RBI, 76 runs scored, 18 stolen bases and 32 doubles through 125 games.
Sep 7, 2021
Not starting Tuesday
Story is out of the lineup Tuesday against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Story started the past 10 games after recovering from a leg injury and will receive a day off after posting a 1.047 OPS during that stretch. Brendan Rodgers and Garrett Hampson will work in the middle infield while Sam Hilliard starts in center field.
Sep 6, 2021
Hits two-run bomb
Story went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in the loss Monday against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
The 29-year-old took reliever Caleb Baragar deep for a two-run shot in the eighth inning, driving in teammate Brendan Rodgers in the process. The shortstop has been hot recently, hitting .313 with three home runs and six RBI over his last nine games. He is now up to 19 homers on the year.
Aug 31, 2021
Homers twice Monday
Story went 2-for-4 with two homers and three RBI in Monday's 4-3 loss to the Rangers.
ANALYSIS
Story started off with a solo shot in the seventh and then followed it up with a two-run blast in the eighth to make it a 4-3 ballgame. His two homers would end up being the only run supply for the Rockies on Monday as he's now made it back-to-back multi-hit games. A popular trade candidate at this year's deadline, Story ended up staying in Colorado and is slashing .279/.374/.581 with five homers, 13 RBI, 20 runs scored and 7:22 BB:K in 25 games this month.
Aug 29, 2021
Breaks out of slump
Story went 2-for-4 with a double, run and walk in Sunday's 5-0 triumph over the Dodgers.
ANALYSIS
Story reached base three times, walking in the third inning, doubling and scoring in the seventh and singling in the ninth. This was the All-Star shortstops second game back following a few games on the bench with a leg injury and the shortstop rebounded by breaking out of an 0-for-20 stretch encompassing his previous six games.
Aug 28, 2021
Returns to lineup
Story (leg) is starting Saturday against the Dodgers, Megan Garcia of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story didn't appear in Friday's series opener after he aggravated a leg injury Wednesday, but he'll start at shortstop and bat third Saturday. The 28-year-old was in a slump at the plate prior to his one-game absence, as he went 0-for-17 with a walk and six strikeouts across his last five appearances.
Aug 27, 2021
Not starting Friday
Story (leg) isn't in Friday's lineup against the Dodgers.
ANALYSIS
Story aggravated a leg injury in Wednesday's contest against the Cubs, and he'll be held out of Friday's lineup. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench, but Brendan Rodgers will shift to shortstop while Garrett Hampson starts at second base.
Aug 25, 2021
Nursing minor leg injury
Manager Bud Black said Story left Wednesday's game against the Cubs because he aggravated a leg injury, Nick Groke of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Black said Story expects to be fine, suggesting his exit from Wednesday's nightcap may have been purely precautionary. Story figures to be available for Friday's series opener in Los Angeles, but he should still be considered day-to-day until further updates.
Aug 25, 2021
Exits with apparent injury
Story exited Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Cubs with an apparent injury, Nick Groke of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Story took the field before the bottom of the 10th but was removed before the inning began. It's unclear what injury the 28-year-old is dealing with, so he should be considered day-to-day until further updates are provided. Brendan Rodgers shifted to shortstop and Garrett Hampson moved to second base for the 10th inning.
Aug 23, 2021
Idle Monday
Story is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Cubs.
ANALYSIS
After starting each of the past eight games and batting only .200 over that stretch, Story will get Monday off to clear his head. Brendan Rodgers will step in at shortstop Story.
Aug 23, 2021
Closes homestand with whimper
Story went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts Sunday in the Rockies' 8-4 loss to the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Heading into the Rockies' homestand this past week, Story had maintained a 1.152 OPS through his first 13 games of August, but he surprisingly wasn't able to keep the momentum going at Coors Field. After turning in back-to-back 0-for-4 days in the final two games of the series with Arizona, Story concluded the six-game homestand with a .136/.240/.409 slash line.
Aug 15, 2021
Doubles twice, scores twice in win
Story went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two runs scored in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Story doubled and scored in the sixth and eighth innings. Over his last 11 games, he is batting .417 with an OPS of 1.289. On the season, he is slashing .258/.333/.463 with 15 homers, 54 RBI, 59 runs and 17 steals in 426 plate appearances. The 28-year-old is riding a 0.37 BB/K while posting a career-low 22.8 K%.
Aug 14, 2021
In Saturday's lineup
Story (forearm) is batting third and playing shortstop Saturday against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Story was omitted from Friday's lineup after taking a pitch to the forearm Thursday, but his appearance as a pinch hitter Friday suggested he was ready to play again. He's started off the month well, hitting .389 with two home runs, five doubles and six RBI in 11 games since the beginning of August.
Aug 13, 2021
Remains out of lineup
Story (forearm) isn't starting Friday's game against the Giants, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story exited Thursday's game against San Francisco after he was hit by a pitch in the forearm, but the injury isn't believed to be serious. However, he'll be held out of the lineup for at least one game while Brendan Rodgers (hand) returns to action as the shortstop and Garrett Hampson starts at second base.
Aug 13, 2021
Fine after early exit
Story was removed from Thursday's game against the Giants as a result of being hit by a pitch in the forearm, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was hit by the pitch in the fourth inning, but he remained in the game for another plate appearance in the sixth frame. That suggests the injury isn't serious, which was confirmed by manager Bud Black after the game. Though the team may be cautious, it appears that Story should be able to return at some point during the team's weekend series against San Francisco.
Aug 9, 2021
On fire since trade deadline
Story went 2-for-4 with a run and also reached base on a hit by pitch Sunday in the Rockies' 13-8 win over the Marlins.
ANALYSIS
Though Story expressed disappointment with how the Rockies handled his situation leading up to the July 30 trade deadline, it hasn't stopped the star shortstop from raking. In his eight starts since the deadline, Story has recorded a hit in each contest, going a collective 13-for-30 (.433 average) with two home runs, five doubles, nine runs and six RBI. All but two of those games have come at Coors Field, so Story will likely be due for a downturn in production when the Rockies kick off a six-game road trip Tuesday in Houston.
Aug 9, 2021
On fire since trade deadline
Story went 2-for-4 with a run and also reached base on a hit by pitch Sunday in the Rockies' 13-8 win over the Marlins.
ANALYSIS
Though Story expressed disappointment with how the Rockies handled his situation leading up to the July 30 trade deadline, it hasn't stopped the star shortstop from raking. In his eight starts since the deadline, Story has recorded a hit in each contest, going a collective 13-for-30 (.433 average) with two home runs, five doubles, nine runs and six RBI. All but two of those games have come at Coors Field, so Story will likely be due for a downturn in production when the Rockies kick off a six-game road trip Tuesday in Houston.
Aug 5, 2021
Smacks two homers
Story went 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI on Thursday against the Cubs.
ANALYSIS
Story opened the scoring in the bottom of the first inning with a solo home run. He followed that up a two-run shot in the fifth frame, bringing his total on the season to 15. Story is riding a five-game hitting streak, during which he's gone 7-for-19 with two doubles, two homers, five RBI, five runs scored and a stolen base. Overall, he has a .247/.318/.452 line across 396 plate appearances on the campaign.
Jul 31, 2021
Back in action
Story (rest) is starting Saturday's game against the Padres, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was scratched from Friday's lineup to give him a day off, but he'll return to shortstop while batting third Saturday. The 28-year-old has gone 4-for-19 with a home run, two doubles, three runs and three RBI across his last five starts.
Jul 30, 2021
Scratched from lineup
Story was scratched from Friday's lineup against the Padres for rest purposes, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Story will remain with the Rockies following Friday's trade deadline, but he'll get a day off after he was initially listed as the starting shortstop. Brendan Rodgers will shift to shortstop while Connor Joe enters the lineup in left field.
Jul 29, 2021
Goes long Wednesday
Story went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer and a walk in Wednesday's 8-7 loss to the Angels.
ANALYSIS
Story's only hit of the night came early as he launched a two-run homer in the first inning for a quick 2-0 lead. The 28-year-old has seen a dip in his hitting and overall power this season, as he's slashing .240/.313/.429 with 13 homers, 48 RBI, 48 runs scored, 17 steals and 32:90 BB:K over 371 plate appearances. There are a number of championship contenders curious about what a trade for Story would cost, and sending him away from the hitter-friendly Coors Field would likely not help his offensive production.
Jul 24, 2021
Homers in win
Story went 2-for-5 with a solo homer, two RBI and two runs scored in Friday's and 9-6 win over the Dodgers.
ANALYSIS
Story came alive in the sixth with a solo blast to left field to make it a 4-2 ballgame. The game would end up going to extras and he led off the top of the 10th with an RBI single and would end up scoring on Charlie Blackmon's two-run homer. Story hadn't hit a home run since the beginning of July and now sits at 12 for the year. He's slashing .245/.317/.432 with 32 extra-base hits, 45 RBI, 45 runs scored, 31:83 BB:K and is one of the top base stealers in the league with 17.
Jul 11, 2021
Returns to lineup Sunday
Story is back in the starting lineup Sunday against the Padres after being a late scratch Saturday because of soreness, Daniel Guerrero of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was removed from Saturday's lineup due to lingering soreness from being hit by a pitch Friday. The shortstop appears to be feeling better Sunday, as he'll bat third during the series finale.
Jul 10, 2021
No longer in Saturday's lineup
Story was a late scratch from the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Padres.
ANALYSIS
Story and Brendan Rodgers were both late scratches after originally being slated to make up Colorado's middle infield Saturday. The reasons for them no longer starting aren't clear at this point, but the Rockies should provide an update later Saturday.
Jul 8, 2021
Steals base in loss
Story went 1-for-5 with a single in Wednesday's 6-4 loss to the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Story reached on an infield single in the third and would end up stealing second but was left stranded on base. The stolen base was his 16th of the year and he's on pace to set a new career-best after successfully stealing 27 times in 2018. The 28-year-old is slashing .252/.324/.445 with 11 homers, 41 RBI, 40 runs scored and a 28:67 BB:K over 309 plate appearances. Story currently is seeing a career-low in slugging percentage and BABIP which explains his lower home run tally and middle-of-the-road batting statistics.
Jul 5, 2021
Homers again in win
Story went 1-for-3 with a solo homer and two RBI in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Story launched a 448-foot solo home run to center field in the first inning and later drove in another run on a sacrifice fly in the eighth to knot the game at two apiece. He's now hit homers in back-to-back games and has five RBI over that span. The 28-year-old is slashing .256/.327/.455 with 11 homers, 41 RBI, 40 runs scored, 15 steals and a 27_65 BB:K over 300 plate appearances.
Jul 4, 2021
Slams 10th home run
Story went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Story slammed a three-run homer off Genesis Cabrera to take the lead in the seventh inning. It was the only three runs scored for the Rockies in the win. The 28-year-old produced his seventh multi-hit game over his last 15 appearances. He is slashing .255/.328/.445 with 39 runs and 39 RBI. The dual power-speed threat has 10 long balls and 14 stolen bases. He is one of 10 players that have double-digit home runs and steals.
Jun 30, 2021
Gets Wednesday off
Story is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pirates, AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain reports.
ANALYSIS
Since returning from the 10-day injured list June 10, Story has started in all 18 of the Rockies' games, slashing .269/.359/.507 with four home runs and six stolen bases over that stretch. He'll get a well-deserved breather in the series finale with Pittsburgh, paving the way for Brendan Rodgers to pick up a start at shortstop.
Jun 23, 2021
Goes yard twice
Story went 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI Wednesday against the Mariners.
ANALYSIS
Story went yard in both the fourth and eighth innings to record his first multi-homer game of the season. The effort brought his total on the campaign to eight, three of which have come in his last three games. To this point, Story has delivered an underwhelming .259/.332/.444 line across 262 plate appearances, though he's also chipped in a very valuable 13 stolen bases.
Jun 20, 2021
Adds stolen base Saturday
Story went 2-for-4 with a walk, an RBI and a stolen base in Saturday's 6-5 loss to Milwaukee.
ANALYSIS
Story has regained his speed a bit in the last week, notching five steals in his last seven games. The shortstop is up to a .256/.333/.411 slash line with five home runs, 28 RBI, 33 runs scored and 13 steals in 17 attempts. He's riding a six-game hitting streak (9-for-21) heading into Sunday's series finale versus Milwaukee.
Jun 16, 2021
Big day at dish
Story went 2-for-3 with two doubles, two walks, a pair of RBI, a pair of stolen bases and three runs scored in Wednesday's 8-7 win over San Diego.
ANALYSIS
Story did a little bit of almost everything in an impressive performance at the plate. The star shortstop went 4-for-9 with three doubles, three RBI, five runs scored and a pair of steals in the three-game series versus San Diego. He's slashing .251/.332/.415 with five home runs, 11 steals, 26 RBI and 32 runs scored across 235 plate appearances overall.
Jun 10, 2021
Scores run in return
Story (elbow) went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored in Thursday's 11-4 loss to Miami.
ANALYSIS
Story missed just under two weeks with an elbow injury, but he was able to play the whole game Thursday. The shortstop has had a bit of a down year with a .257/.325/.422 slash line, five home runs, 23 RBI, 27 runs scored and eight stolen bases through 209 plate appearances. He should resume an everyday role as he looks to get back up to his established level of performance at the dish.
Jun 10, 2021
Reinstated from 10-day IL
Story (elbow) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Story spent just under two weeks on the injured list with right elbow inflammation, but he checked out fine ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Marlins and should reclaim his everyday role in the lineup going forward. Prior to his injury, the 28-year-old slashed .255/.322/.424 with five home runs, 23 RBI and eight stolen bases in 50 games. Alan Trejo was sent down to make room for Story on the active roster.
Jun 9, 2021
Likely to return Thursday
Manager Bud Black said Story (elbow) could be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Thursday's series finale in Miami, Kyle Newman of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
The Rockies initially expected to get Story back from the IL for Tuesday's series opener with the Marlins, but he ultimately wasn't activated ahead of the contest. He'll remain on the shelf Wednesday, but Story took a notable step forward in his recovery from a right elbow strain by throwing on the field and taking batting practice over the past two days. If Story checks out fine once re-evaluated early Thursday, he'll likely slot back into the starting nine right away.
Jun 8, 2021
Remains close to returning
Manager Bud Black said Tuesday that Story (elbow) is "very close" to being activated from the injured list, Patrick Saunders reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was thought to be on track to return to the lineup Tuesday, but he was not activated ahead of the game against the Rockies. Despite the pushed back return, Black noted the shortstop went through a full throwing routine Tuesday, which indicates that a Wednesday activation from the IL is well within the realm of possibility. Story has been out since May 27 with inflammation in his right elbow.
Jun 8, 2021
Doesn't get activated
Story (elbow) isn't included in the Colorado lineup for Tuesday's game in Miami, an indication he won't be activated from the 10-day injured list.
ANALYSIS
Per Thomas Harding of MLB.com, manager Bud Black said last week that Story was on track to come off the IL on Tuesday when first eligible, but the Rockies evidently determined that the shortstop would need at least one more day to recuperate from an inflamed right elbow. Brendan Rodgers will get another start at shortstop in the series opener while Story remains on the shelf.
Jun 4, 2021
On track for Tuesday return
Story (elbow) threw on the field Friday and remains on track to return from the injured list Tuesday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story is set to miss one day more than the minimum with his right elbow inflammation, as the Rockies don't play Monday, the first day he'd be eligible to return. Brendan Rodgers has handled shortstop in his absence, but Story should return to his everyday role once healthy.
Jun 1, 2021
Receives encouraging test results
Story (elbow) had clean MRI results, Nick Groke of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
That the 28-year-old avoided a significant injury is a huge relief, as he's an elite player when healthy and should provide immense value down the stretch to the Rockies or whichever team that may trade for him. Barring any setbacks, the Rockies expect Story to return to action next Tuesday.
May 29, 2021
Slated for additional testing
Story (elbow) will undergo additional testing Monday or Tuesday, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was placed on the 10-day injured list with right elbow inflammation Saturday. Manager Bud Black said that Story's elbow injury is similar to the one he had in 2018, but the issue isn't as serious this time. He'll likely test his elbow next week, and a return timetable could be established based on how he feels afterward. Brendan Rodgers should serve as the primary shortstop in his absence.
May 29, 2021
Placed on 10-day injured list
Story was placed on the 10-day injured list with right elbow inflammation Saturday, retroactive to May 28.
ANALYSIS
Story left Thursday's nightcap against the Mets as a precautionary measure, but he'll now miss additional time after he was diagnosed with inflammation. Brendan Rodgers should serve as the primary shortstop in Story's absence, while infielder Matt Adams (shin) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. It's not yet clear whether Story will need to spend more than the minimum of 10 days on the injured list.
May 29, 2021
Not starting matinee
Story (arm) isn't in the lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Pirates.
ANALYSIS
Story was removed from Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader as a precautionary measure due to arm tightness. It's not yet clear whether he could return in Saturday's nightcap, but Brendan Rodgers will take over at shortstop and bat sixth in Game 1.
May 27, 2021
Officially day-to-day
Story (arm) is considered day-to-day after he left Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Mets, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Manager Bud Black confirmed after Thursday's doubleheader that Story's removal from the nightcap was precautionary, but he added that throwing could be a concern in the coming days. If Story misses any additional time, Brendan Rodgers could fill in at shortstop.
May 27, 2021
Removed with arm tightness
Story was removed from Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Mets due to arm tightness, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Story went 0-for-1 with a walk in Thursday's nightcap before he was replaced at shortstop in the bottom of the fourth inning. The severity of the issue isn't yet known, and it's not clear whether he'll be forced to miss additional time.
May 23, 2021
Cranks walkoff blast
Story went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI in Sunday's 4-3 win over Arizona.
ANALYSIS
Story got the Rockies on the board with an RBI single in the second inning but save some theatrics for the end. He unloaded a 438-foot shot to dead center in the bottom of the ninth to walk it off on Stefan Crichton, giving him five homers this season. The 28-year-old shortstop has extra-base hits in three straight games and currently owns a .770 OPS.
May 15, 2021
Up to six steals
Story went 2-for-3 with two walks and a stolen base in Friday's win over the Reds. He was also caught stealing.
ANALYSIS
Story now has four steals in May -- twice as many has he had in April. This was his fifth multi-hit game of the current month and Story is looking more and more like the player we know, with his slash line sitting up at .287/.365/.478. He's a prime candidate to be traded at this year's deadline.
May 13, 2021
Not starting Thursday
Story isn't starting Thursday's game against the Reds, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Story will get a breather after he went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in Thursday's nightcap against San Diego. Alan Trejo will start at shortstop and bat eighth.
May 12, 2021
Records fifth steal
Story went 2-for-3 with an RBI, a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in a 5-3 loss to San Diego in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader.
ANALYSIS
Story opened the scoring with an RBI single in the first inning and promptly added his fifth stolen base of the season. In the sixth, he reached on a single again and scored on a Ryan McMahon double. The 28-year-old shortstop is slashing .287/.361/.488 with four home runs, five stolen bases, 21 RBI and 22 runs scored through 36 games.
May 4, 2021
Cleared for doubleheader
Story (finger) will start at shortstop and bat second in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader versus the Giants, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was removed late in the Rockies' last game Sunday against the Astros after being hit by a pitch on his right index finger, but X-rays cleared him of any structural damage. After getting an extra day to recover from the injury when Monday's series opener with the Giants was postponed due to inclement weather, Story looks like he'll be available for both ends of Tuesday's twin bill.
May 2, 2021
X-rays negative
Story's X-rays on his finger Sunday came back negative, Nick Groke of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Story left Sunday's loss to the Diamondbacks in the bottom of the eighth inning after he was hit by a pitch on his right index finger in the top half of the frame. However, early tests showed that the shortstop didn't suffer a fracture, and the team is optimistic about his status. If Story is forced to miss any additional time, Alan Trejo could see increased playing time.
May 2, 2021
Exits Sunday's game
Story exited Sunday's game against Arizona in the bottom of the eighth inning due to an apparent finger injury, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Story was hit by a pitch on his right index finger in the top of the eighth inning Sunday, and he was replaced defensively in the bottom half of the frame. Prior to his departure, he went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run, a walk and a strikeout. It's not clear whether Story will be able to return for Monday's series opener against the Giants.
May 2, 2021
Homers, scores four times
Story went 3-for-5 with a home run, two RBI, three additional runs scored and a walk in the 14-6 win Saturday over the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Story marked up the score sheet Saturday, contributing to 14 runs scored by the Rockies. He hit his third home run of the season off Caleb Smith in the sixth inning. Story has scored seven runs over his last four games and he is slashing .283/.336/.495 in 110 plate appearances this year.
Apr 26, 2021
Launches grand slam
Story went 2-for-4 with a grand slam and scored twice in a 12-2 win over the Phillies on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Story capped off a seven-run fourth inning by pimping a grand slam into the left-field seats for his second home run in three games. The 28-year-old rewarded his patient fantasy managers with a recent power surge after needing 19 games to hit his first long ball of the campaign. Story has been seeing the ball extremely well lately, as he's slashing .417/.429/.792 with two home runs, nine RBI and six runs scored over his last seven games.
Apr 24, 2021
Clubs first homer
Story went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a double Friday in a victory over Philadelphia.
ANALYSIS
Though Story is hitting a respectable .286/.320/.443 on the campaign, he entered Friday without a home run over his 66 at-bats. The start shortstop ended the power drought with a solo shot to left field in the fourth inning to put the Rockies on the board. Story has been among the league's top power-hitting shortstops since his first season in 2016, so there figures to be plenty more long balls off his bat as the season progresses.
Apr 15, 2021
Not starting Thursday
Story isn't starting Thursday's game against the Dodgers, Danielle Allentuck of The Denver Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Story will get his first day off this year after he slashed .265/.308/.367 with four extra-base hits and four RBI to begin the season. Alan Trejo will receive his first major-league start at shortstop Thursday, batting eighth.
Apr 8, 2021
Triples, doubles in win
Story went 2-for-4 with a triple, a double, two RBI and a run scored during Thursday's win over the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Story was red hot at the plate Thursday, cranking an RBI double in the first inning, followed by an RBI triple in the second, both against Merrill Kelly. Despite somewhat of a slow start to the season, Story has the potential and versatility to prove himself as one of the top shortstops this season.
Mar 21, 2021
Blasts another home run
Story went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and one walk in Saturday's spring loss to the Cubs.
ANALYSIS
Story's power has been on full display this spring, and he put the Rockies on the board Saturday with a solo blast in the fourth inning. The shortstop has appeared in 10 Cactus League games this year and has gone 7-for-28 with four home runs, one double, seven RBI and nine strikeouts. Story has played on consecutive days just twice this spring, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. However, he'll occupy an everyday role in Colorado's lineup once the regular season gets underway.
Mar 5, 2021
Homers in spring debut
Story went 1-for-2 with a three-run home run and one strikeout in Friday's spring loss to the Brewers.
ANALYSIS
Story was eased into action to begin spring training, but he batted second while playing shortstop in Friday's Cactus League matchup. He provided the team's only run production of the game with a 407-foot blast in the third inning. The 28-year-old enters the season as one of the league's top shortstops, but his counting stats could dip slightly in 2021 after Nolan Arenado was traded to the Cardinals during the offseason.
Mar 5, 2021
Making spring debut Friday
Story is starting at shortstop and batting second in Friday's spring game against the Brewers, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old took it easy for the first few games of spring training, but he'll make his 2021 versus Milwaukee on Friday. Story had a .289/.355/.519 slash line with 11 homers, 15 stolen bases and 28 RBI in 59 games last season. He consistently remains one of the top shortstops in the league, though his counting stats could take a bit of a hit in 2021 with the departure of Nolan Arenado this offseason.
Sep 18, 2020
Belts 11th homer
Story went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and another run scored during Thursday's loss to the Dodgers.
ANALYSIS
Story had a successful night at the plate, doubling and scoring against Julio Urias in the first inning, then leaving the yard against Adam Kolarek in the eighth. Unfortunately, the Rockies couldn't get it done at home against the Dodgers. On the season, Story leads Colorado with 11 home runs, 58 hits and a .374 on-base percentage.
Sep 9, 2020
Smacks 10th homer
Story went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Wednesday against the Padres.
ANALYSIS
Story took Zach Davies yard in the first inning for his 10th home run of the season. It was his first homer since Aug. 24, though he has stolen eight bases in that 13-game span. Story has delivered across the box score all season, as he's maintained a .292/.367/.554 line with 34 runs scored and 22 RBI across 188 plate appearances.
Sep 9, 2020
Steals in three straight games
Story went 1-for-4 with an RBI, a run scored and a stolen base in Tuesday's 14-5 loss to the Padres.
ANALYSIS
Story hit a double in the first inning and stole third base before coming home on a Nolan Arenado homer. In the fifth, Story's fielder's choice plated Tony Wolters. The stolen base was Story's fourth in his last three games and 13th of the season. He's slashing .293/.370/.543 with nine homers, 21 RBI and 33 runs scored through 41 contests.
Sep 8, 2020
Leading majors in steals
Story went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and a double in Monday's 1-0 loss to the Padres.
ANALYSIS
Story has been a big source of speed lately, with four stolen bases in his last five games. He now leads the majors with 12 steals. The shortstop also has nine homers, 32 runs scored and 20 RBI while slashing .294/.372/.544 through 40 contests.
Sep 7, 2020
Pair of steals Sunday
Story went 0-for-3 with two stolen bases and two walks.
ANALYSIS
Both times Story got on base, he stole second, but he didn't come around to score either time. The shortstop has cooled off in general lately, going just 8-for-32 (.250) with two RBI and three runs scored in his last eight games. He has 11 steals, nine homers, 20 RBI and 32 runs scored in 39 contests this season.
Sep 3, 2020
Tallies ninth stolen base
Story went 3-for-4 with a double, a run, an RBI, a stolen base and a walk during Wednesday's 9-6 win over San Francisco.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old received the day off Tuesday since he was 0-for-8 with six strikeouts over the previous two contests, but he provided significant production in his return to the lineup. Story has a .306/.383/.576 slash line with nine homers, 31 runs, 20 RBI and nine stolen bases through 36 games.
Sep 1, 2020
Not starting Tuesday
Story isn't in Tuesday's lineup against the Giants, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Story has had a rough stretch at the plate recently as he's gone 0-for-8 with six strikeouts over the past two games. He'll get a day off Tuesday with Garrett Hampson starting at shortstop.
Aug 30, 2020
Two-hit performance Saturday
Story went 2-for-4 with an RBI in Saturday's win over the Padres.
ANALYSIS
Story continues to be one of the most consistent bats in the Rockies lineup and extended his hitting streak to nine games, posting three multi-hit games in that stretch. He is hitting .343 with a 1.068 OPS and two homers in that nine-game span.
Aug 26, 2020
Hitting streak reaches six games
Story went 2-for-4 with a triple, two runs scored, a walk and two stolen bases in Tuesday's win over the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Story produced his 11th multi-hit game of the season and extended his hitting streak to six games, a span in which he is hitting .320 with a 1.090 OPS, two homers, five extra-base hits, three RBI and three stolen bases.
Aug 25, 2020
Crushes ninth homer
Story went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Monday's 3-2 win over the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Story gave the Rockies an early lead with a solo shot off Diamondbacks starter Taylor Clarke in the first inning. That was Story's ninth homer of the year. He's batting .297/.362/.602 with 18 RBI, 26 runs scored and five stolen bases across 29 games. He's gone 6-for-21 (.286) with two homers, three RBI and four runs scored during his current five-game hitting streak.
Aug 22, 2020
Plates Colorado's lone run
Story went 1-for-4 with an RBI in Friday's loss against the Dodgers.
ANALYSIS
Story produced his 16th RBI of the season with a single to right field that scored Drew Butera in the top of the sixth inning, and that was the biggest highlight for a Colorado offense that went 4-for-31 as a team against the Dodgers' pitching staff. Story, who rode a nine-game hitting streak earlier this month, is hitting .274 with a .834 OPS in 84 August at-bats.
Aug 18, 2020
Pops solo shot
Story went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in a 2-1 loss to the Astros on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Story provided the Rockies' lone run with a third-inning blast off Astros starter Brandon Bielak. It was one of just two hits in the game for the Rockies. Story has hit safely in nine straight games, and he's now batting .326 with seven homers, 15 RBI and 21 runs scored through 22 contests.
Aug 16, 2020
Three extra-base hits Saturday
Story went 3-for-5 with two doubles and a triple in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Rangers.
ANALYSIS
Story put good lumber on all three of his hits, but his teammates were unable to bring him around each time. The shortstop is on a seven-game hitting streak, during which he's gone 13-for-32 (.406) with five RBI, seven runs scored and two stolen bases. Story is hitting .321/.396/.617 with six homers, four steals, 12 RBI and 19 runs in 20 games overall.
Aug 12, 2020
Records fourth steal
Story went 2-for-5 with an RBI single, a run scored and a stolen base in Tuesday's 8-7 win over the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Story knocked in Garrett Hampson with a single in the eighth inning, then scored on a Charlie Blackmon double to ignite a six-run rally. Story also had a single and his fourth stolen base of the year in the fifth inning. The shortstop has hit safely in four straight games (6-for-17) with a homer, two steals, four RBI and six runs scored in that span.
Aug 6, 2020
Records fifth homer
Story went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Thursday against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Story took Wandy Peralta deep in the sixth inning to record his fifth home run of the campaign. He had entered the game in the midst of a cold spell, collecting just one hit in his last 16 plate appearances. However, that's done little to undo his strong work at the dish, as he's hitting .295/.404/.636 in 52 plate plate appearances to this point.
Aug 2, 2020
Goes yard in win
Story went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Saturday's 6-1 win over the Padres.
ANALYSIS
Story's fourth-inning homer stretched the Rockies' lead to 5-1 at the time. The shortstop has hit safely in six straight games. He's up to four homers, five RBI, eight runs scored and two stolen bases in seven games. He's likely to continue to put up big numbers in the top half of the Rockies' batting order.
Aug 1, 2020
Posts three-hit performance
Story went 3-for-5 with a home run and two runs scored in Friday's 8-7 loss against the Padres.
ANALYSIS
Story extended his hitting streak to five games with his second multi-hit effort of the season, and he also picked up his third homer of the season in the process. The slugging shortstop is now hitting .381 with a 1.268 OPS during that aforementioned streak.
Jul 27, 2020
Goes deep twice
Story went 2-for-2 with two home runs, three RBI and two walks in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Rangers.
ANALYSIS
Story's two-run blast in the fourth inning was his first of the young 2020 season and he followed it with the second just two innings later. The 27-year-old shortstop has been a fantasy stud from the last few seasons and that should continue to be the case in a shortened 2020 campaign as well.
Mar 29, 2020
Nothing new in spring training
Story had a .250/.321/.375 slash line with three doubles and one stolen base over 10 games before the suspension of spring training.
ANALYSIS
Cactus League play was uneventful for the 27-year-old prior to baseball operations being halted, though there was an offseason development as he inked a two-year, $27.5 million deal in January to buy out his final two years of arbitration. Story had a .917 OPS with 35 homers, 85 RBI and 23 stolen bases in 145 games in 2019, and once play resumes is poised for another season as Colorado's starting shortstop.
Jan 24, 2020
Inks two-year deal
Story signed a two-year, $27.5 million contract with the Rockies on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
This deal will buy out the final two seasons of arbitration for the shortstop. He put together another strong year at the dish in 2019, slashing .294/.363/.554 with 35 home runs, 85 RBI and 23 stolen bases in 145 contests.