Kyle Schwarber activated, set to make Red Sox debut

Outfielder Kyle Schwarber, who was acquired by the Boston Red Sox at the trade deadline, was activated off the injured list and is scheduled to make his debut with his new club Friday.

To make room on the active roster, the Red Sox designated infielder-outfielder Marwin Gonzalez for assignment.

Schwarber will serve as designated hitter for Boston and bat sixth Friday.

Schwarber was acquired from the Washington National