Red Sox get power boost by activating Triston Casas from IL

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BALTIMORE -- The Boston Red Sox activated Triston Casas off the 60-day injured list Friday, a move they hope will add some punch to a lineup that's been lacking a deep threat.

Casas hit 24 home runs with an .856 OPS last season and finished third in AL Rookie of the Year balloting. He had six longballs in 78 at-bats this year before going on the IL on April 21 with a left ribcage strain.

After a lengthy rehabilitation, the 24-year-old first baseman returned Friday night and batted third against the Baltimore Orioles.

"Hitting the ball out of the ballpark is important. That's what he brings to the equation," Boston manager Alex Cora said. "We've been scoring runs and…