Willson Contreras' suspension cut to five games, All-Star eligible

Willson Contreras, the Boston Red Sox catcher and team captain, received a five‑game suspension. The penalty was reduced from seven games after MLB’s disciplinary board reviewed the incident involving a pitcher.

Contreras will be eligible for this year’s All‑Star Game and is expected to maintain the Sox’s offensive firepower. He aims to stay productive for the rest of the season.