Red Sox infielder Romy Gonzalez is the current top option to take over as the team's first baseman, but his injury is lingering.

After suffering what was originally thought to be a fairly short-term injury, it appears the Red Sox’s top first base option could miss more time than expected.

Masataka Yoshida took a big step toward returning to the Red Sox on Wednesday. But another position player had a setback and won't be back as soon as once thought.