The Boston Red Sox will be without infielder Curtis Mead after he suffered a left wrist fracture during a recent game. The injury represents a setback for Mead, who had recently joined Boston and was working to establish himself in the club's lineup. MRI Confirms Wrist Fracture, Sending Mead to the Injured ListMead sustained the injury when he was hit by a pitch on his left wrist, immediately leaving the game for further medical evaluation. Imaging studies ultimately confirmed a wrist fracture, leading the Red Sox to place him on the injured list while he undergoes treatment and rehabilitation. The Frequent Challenge Baseball Players FaceA wrist fracture is a break in one or more of the bones that form the wrist joint.