Hernández to stay in Boston

Kiké Hernández and the Boston Red Sox agreed to a $10-million contract for 2023. It prevents the infielder and outfielder from becoming a free agent.

Hernández was hitting .219 with six homers and 37 RBIs over 274 atbats in his second season with the Red Sox.

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The MLB Players Assn. asked management to voluntarily accept the union as the bargaining agent for minor leaguers . ... Anthony Rizzo of the New York Yankees, hampered by headaches, is headed to the 10-day injured list . ... Boston placed first baseman-outfielder Franchy Cordero on the injured list after he sprained his ankle. Red Sox right-hander Tanner Houck had back surgery and is expected to be ready for spring training next season . ... Suspended San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. had surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder.