Red Sox Vs. Tigers Lineup: Mookie Betts, Hanley Ramirez Remain Out With Flu

Share this: The flu that’s going around the Boston Red Sox’s clubhouse is not kidding around. The Red Sox had to trot out a lineup against the Detroit Tigers on Friday that wasn’t their strongest after designated hitter Hanley Ramirez and right fielder Mookie Betts came down with the virus. Well, they’re still out of the lineup for Saturday’s contest, and shortstop Xander Bogaerts still is on bereavement leave, too. Friday’s lineup ended up coming through in the 6-5 loss, though, so Red Sox manager John Farrell didn’t change much for Saturday. Third baseman Pablo Sandoval swapped spots with right fielder Chris Young — they’re batting fifth and seventh, respectively — after mashing a three-run homer in the series opener. Sandy Leon is taking a seat, though,