New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- The Boston Red Sox moved quickly to reshape their catching group this week. Just eight days after landing him in a major trade deadline package, the team designated catcher Jake Rogers for assignment.

Rogers arrived in Boston on August 3 alongside All-Star Adley Rutschman and cash considerations from the Baltimore Orioles. In return, the Red Sox sent a strong group of prospects and players: right-handers Anthony Eyanson and Kyson Witherspoon, outfielder Enddy Azocar, and catcher Carlos Narvaez.

Adley Rutschman was activated from the injured list after dealing with a wrist issue that began while he was still with Baltimore Orioles. He stepped into the lineup right away and made his Red Sox debut in a 5-3 loss to the...