Boston, MA (Sports Network) - The Boston Red Sox have placed designated hitter David Ortiz on the 15-day disabled list due to a strained right Achilles tendon.

Ortiz suffered the injury during Monday's 5-1 victory over the White Sox while stepping on second base after Adrian Gonzalez hit a three-run homer. He has been placed in a walking boot as a precaution.

The setback comes during another All-Star campaign for the 36-year-old Ortiz, who leads the American league in on-base plus slugging percentage (1.024) and is hitting .316 with 23 home runs and 58 RBI in 89 games.

First baseman Mauro Gomez has been recalled from Triple-A Pawtucket and will serve as Boston's designated hitter for Wednesday's game against the White Sox. Gomez, an International League All-Star, played eight games over two stints with Boston this season.

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