Boston Red Sox

Johnson designated

Following this afternoon’s 12-4 loss to the Yankees, the Red Sox activated Keith Foulke off the disabled list and designated Game 1 starter Jason Johnson for assignment. Johnson, who took the loss, gave up seven hits and four runs over 4 1/3 innings.

“I don’t take any enjoyment in doing that,” manager Terry Francona said. “But I don’t think we had any options.”

Francona said that Johnson elected to discuss his options with his agent before making any decisions.

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