Red Sox recalled OF Ryan Kalish from Triple-A Pawtucket.

Kalish hasn't appeared in the majors since 2010, but was activated off the disabled list and optioned to Pawtucket earlier this month. He figures to see semi-regular at-bats in centerfield with Ryan Sweeney sidelined.

Ryan Kalish (shoulder) will continue his minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Pawtucket.

Kalish is currently working his way back from surgery for a torn labrum in his left shoulder. The 24-year-old went 6-for-21 (.286) with a homer and a double in six rehab games between High-A Salem and Double-A Portland. The Red Sox could eventually activate him and option him to Triple-A, but he could help the injury-riddled outfield before long.

Ryan Kalish (shoulder) will continue his minor league rehab assignment with Double-A Portland.

Kalish is currently working his way back from surgery for a torn labrum in his left shoulder. The 24-year-old went 4-for-12 (.333) with a homer and a stolen base over his first three rehab games with High-A Salem. He'll likely be optioned to Triple-A Pawtucket once he's back to full health, but given the multitude of injuries in the Red Sox outfield, he could contribute at the big league level this summer.

Ryan Kalish (shoulder) is ready to begin playing in extended spring training games in Fort Myers.

Kalish is currently working his way back from surgery last November to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. If all goes well, it's possible he'll be ready to join a minor league affiliate in mid-June. Given all the injuries in the Red Sox outfield, he could be a factor during the second half of the season.

Ryan Kalish (shoulder) has begun playing long-toss and taking regular live batting practice.

Kalish, who was placed on the 60-day disabled list in early-April, is working out at the Red Sox' extended spring trianing complex in Florida. "He's coming along and he's hitting on a field," GM Ben Cherington said Thursday. "So we'll let him do that for a little while and get him some live BP and then get him into game action down there." There's no timetable for his return to the majors.

Red Sox placed OF Ryan Kalish on the 60-day disabled list with a left shoulder injury.

Kalish had surgery in November to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. He was recently cleared to begin swinging bt will be out until late May or early June.

Ryan Kalish (shoulder) took 10 swings off a tee Monday morning in Red Sox camp.

Kalish underwent surgery in November to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder and is expected to be sidelined until late May or early June. The 23-year-old outfielder batted .228/.291/.293 in 103 plate appearances last season in the minor leagues.

Ryan Kalish threw Wednesday for the first time since undergoing left shoulder surgery in November.

Kalish only made 20-30 "real light" throws, but the reviews were positive. The 23-year-old outfielder is expected to be sidelined until around June.

Ryan Kalish is scheduled to throw on Wednesday for the first time since undergoing shoulder surgery.

Kalish underwent a procedure in November to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. The 23-year-old is not expected to be back to 100 percent health until late May.

Ryan Kalish (shoulder) is currently working out, but won't be able to hit or throw for about a month.

Kalish is currently working his way back from surgery in November to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. The 23-year-old outfielder could still make an impact with the big club at some point this year, but he's not expected back until around June.

Ryan Kalish told the Boston Globe on Thursday that he underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder in November and does not expect to be ready for spring training or the start of the season.

Kalish was limited to just 24 games this past season after injuring the shoulder while diving for a ball in April. He returned in August, but only played eight games before being shut down with a bulging disk in his neck which also required surgery. Many thought the 23-year-old would compete for a spot on Boston's Opening Day roster, but he's not expected to be ready to contribute until sometime in May or June. Now that Josh Reddick is with Oakland, the current in-house options for right field include Ryan Sweeney, Darnell McDonald and Mike Aviles. Look for the Red Sox to sign a free agent between now and spring training.

Ryan Kalish is feeling no pain four weeks removed from surgery to repair a bulging disc in his neck.

"At this point honestly, I can't really tell that anything was done to my neck," said Kalish. "You have post-surgery pain and all that, but that's totally gone. It just feels like a normal neck. My range of motion feels good and I'm not experiencing any pain. I'm actually rehabbing my shoulder too; everything is connected. I'm just making sure everything as strong and flexible to prevent anything further down the line." Kalish should be 100 percent by spring training and will compete for a bench spot.

Red Sox recalled outfielder Ryan Kalish from Triple-A Pawtucket and placed him on the 60-day disabled list with a bulging disc in his neck.

It was a procedural move that allowed Boston to open a spot on the 40-man roster for J.D. Drew, who was activated from the DL Sunday. Kalish is done for the year after he underwent surgery earlier this month to repair a bulging disc in his neck. This was a nightmare season for the 23-year-old outfielder, who also missed 3 1/2 months while rehabbing from a partially torn labrum in his shoulder. He'll hope for better luck in 2012 and should be ready in time for spring training.

Ryan Kalish underwent surgery Wednesday to repair a bulging disc in his neck.

Kalish was originally scheduled to undergo surgery last week, but the procedure was delayed in order for him to gather information from other doctors. The 23-year-old outfielder is expected to rest for 10 days before beginning a 6-8 week rehabilitation process. Barring any setbacks, he should be ready in time for spring training.

Red Sox prospect outfielder Ryan Kalish did not undergo neck surgery last Thursday, as previously scheduled.

Kalish is currently bothered by a bulging disk which is causing nerve issues. Surgery seems like a foregone conclusion, but the 23-year-old outfielder is seeing different doctors to gather as much information as possible. Once Kalish has surgery, it is expected he will be ready for spring training.

Red Sox prospect outfielder Ryan Kalish will undergo season-ending surgery Thursday to repair a bulging disc in his neck.

Kalish was placed on the minor league disabled list last week after feeling renewed soreness in his upper trapezius/neck region. This has been a nightmare season for the 23-year-old outfielder, who also missed 3 1/2 months while rehabbing from a partially torn labrum in his shoulder. He'll hope for better luck in 2012.

Ryan Kalish has been placed on the minor league disabled list with inflammation in his right trapezius muscle.

A tough break for the young outfielder, as he just returned earlier this month following a 3 1/2 month absence for a partially torn labrum in his right shoulder. It's possible this latest ailment will hurt his chances of being recalled in September when rosters expand.

Ryan Kalish will play in a game Thursday for the first time since injuring his right shoulder in April.

Kalish suffered a partially torn labrum in his right shoulder while diving for a ball with Triple-A Pawtucket on April 21. He will serve as the designated hitter Thursday with Single-A Lowell and could play in the outfield this weekend. If all goes well, the 23-year-old could be back with Triple-A Pawtucket before long.

Ryan Kalish (shoulder) will take batting practice Wednesday to determine how close he is to playing in games.

Kalish has been playing in extended spring training but could be ready to rejoin Triple-A Pawtucket. He has a partially torn labrum in his shoulder but is attempting to play through the ailment.

Ryan Kalish (shoulder) has been a DH in extended spring training games lately.

He also is throwing from 120 feet. Kalish has been allowed to rehab a partially torn labrum in his shoulder rather than undergo surgery and could be ready to return to Triple-A Pawtucket's roster soon. He should make it up to Boston at some point this season.