Rutledge had to be removed from Tuesday's spring game after injuring himself running from first to third base, Tim Britton of the Providence Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear how long Rutledge will be sidelined with the injury, but given the limited time before the season starts, there is a strong chance he will not be ready for Opening Day. There should be a clearer timetable once the Red Sox release more on the injury. If the 27-year-old is forced to miss time to begin the season, Marco Hernandez should could fill in as infield depth.