The Boston Red Sox have removed right-hander Steven Wright from their American League Division Series roster because of a knee injury.
Boston announced the move Saturday after receiving approval from the league.
Wright, who is now ineligible to return to Boston's active roster until the World Series, will be replaced on the team by right-hander Heath Hembree.
Wright was diagnosed with inflammation and a loose body in his left knee, the team said.
Hembree was pushed right into action, pitching the seventh and eight innings of a 6-2 loss to the Yankees in Game 2. He did not allow a hit, while allowing three walks and striking out one
