Red Sox recall Shaw, option Barnes to Triple-A

Red Sox recall Travis Shaw due to corner infield shortage

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BOSTON -- The Red Sox recalled infielder Travis Shaw from Triple-A before Sunday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays.

To make room on the roster, the club demoted right-hander Matt Barnes to Pawtucket.

The 25-year-old Shaw is with the club for the second time this season. His stay is expected to be short because Boston is dealing with a potential shortage with its corner infielders.

Third baseman Pablo Sandoval left Saturday's game with tightness in his right quadriceps. He started Sunday.

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