Ryan Hanigan (hand) was expected to be activated Wednesday, but weather-related travel delays forced the Red Sox to postpone his activation, the Boston Globe reports.

Hanigan (hand) was expected to be activated Wednesday, but weather-related travel delays forced the Red Sox to postpone his activation, the Boston Globe reports.

Analysis:

Hanigan's return will force a roster move, but nothing definite has been announced. Blake Swihart (optioned) and Sandy Leon (designated for assignment) are the most likely candidates to move off the 25-man roster. There's some hope that Hanigan's return could benefit the struggling Rick Porcello, who has a 3.79 ERA with Hanigan behind the dish.