Less Than Grand

Our old friend, Jeff Horrigan, brings us bad, bad news on the DiNardo front:

It doesn’t look like Lenny DiNardo will be able to help the Red Sox anytime soon. The left-hander, who hasn’t pitched since May 21 due to a strained neck, struggled in his first rehab game at Pawtucket tonight and removed himself from the game without retiring a batter.

DiNardo allowed the first three Charlotte batters to reach base via a walk and two singles before surrendering a grand slam to Casey Rogowski. He then threw a ball to the next batter before leaving due to continued discomfort. DiNardo is scheduled to be examined by Red Sox doctors tomorrow.

Good luck, D.