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On YouTubeBoston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 28
Red Sox Insider Weighs in on Masataka Yoshida’s Future in Boston
There is more work to do for the Boston Red Sox to do this offseason before Spring Training rolls around. That's easier said than done. Boston's pitchers and catchers will report to Spring Training by Feb.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Pirates Should Chase $90 Million Red Sox Outfielder
No team can ever have too much outfield depth, but the Pittsburgh Pirates would be able to use Masataka Yoshida in the designated hitter spot as well. While that spot is currently reserved for Ryan O'Hearn, anything can happen throughout the season.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 9
Red Sox's Likely Answer To Masataka Yoshida Dilemma Becoming Clear
The Boston Red Sox are not in a favorable position when it comes to designated hitter Masataka Yoshida. Boston owes Yoshida $18.67 million in each of the next two seasons, but if opening day were Friday, it's doubtful he'd be in the starting lineup.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / January 5
Why the Red Sox Shouldn’t Give up on Masataka Yoshida
Since his rookie season concluded in 2023, it’s seemed designated hitter and outfielder Masataka Yoshida has been out of favor with the Boston Red Sox.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 20
Red Sox’s $90 Million Outfield Question Isn’t Going Away
Will Masataka Yoshida still be a member of the Boston Red Sox when the 2026 season rolls around? This was a big conversation last year before it was announced that Yoshida would be undergoing offseason shoulder surgery.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 13
Red Sox Facing Harsh Reality With $90 Million Man
The general manager meetings have helped to give a bit of early clarity around Major League Baseball with things starting to heat up. There have been a
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 31
Red Sox’s Next Big Slugger Might Not Be In MLB Yet
The Boston Red Sox certainly need some more firepower for the lineup this offseason and there are going to be plenty of options out there, including a few guys who haven’t yet played in Major League Baseball.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 25
Red Sox Predicted To Drop Masataka Yoshida But It Would Be Tough
The Boston Red Sox won 89 games in 2025, but they are just scratching the surface of what this team can do. In 2025, the Red Sox were pretty beaten up throughout the season despite the good record.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 1
Red Sox's $90 Million Man Putting Pressure On Front Office With Recent Surge
Masataka Yoshida is saving the Boston Red Sox's season, but he's simultaneously creating a conundrum for the front office this winter. Yoshida looked well and truly cooked at the end of August.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
What Red Sox’s Masataka Yoshida was thinking before clutch hit vs. Yankees
The Boston Red Sox grabbed the upper hand in their AL Wild Card showdown thanks to a key swing from Masataka Yoshida, who revealed what was on his mind before his clutch hit in the Red Sox’s 3-1 Game 1 win over the New York Yankees.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 25
Red Sox's Much-Maligned Slugger Suddenly Looks Like Playoff X-Factor
For months, the only discussion surrounding Boston Red Sox designated hitter Masataka Yoshida has been about how soon the team can get rid of him and his contract.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 6
Red Sox Shaking Things Up With $90 Million Man
The Boston Red Sox are looking for some more offense and the club announced on Saturday that it is shaking things up a tad. Boston lost against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday and has lost two straight games.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14
The Blue Jays should ask about this productive rival DH
Boasting a 55-41, first-place record, the Toronto Blue Jays have surprisingly established themselves as one of the dominant forces in the American League.
Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / July 10
With Masataka Yoshida back, surging Red Sox open series vs. Rays
The Boston Red Sox will try to stretch their winning streak to seven games Thursday night when they open a four-game series against the visiting Tampa Bay Rays.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9
Red Sox star finally back from injured list, will make season debut
He underwent shoulder surgery in October of last year and has been on the injured list until now.
Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / July 9
Masataka Yoshida set to make season debut as Red Sox host Rockies
Masataka Yoshida is expected to be in the lineup when the Boston Red Sox try to complete a three-game sweep of the visiting Colorado Rockies on Wednesday.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5
Red Sox get big Masataka Yoshida update, but there’s a catch
The Boston Red Sox are trying fight their way back into contention for a spot in the playoffs in the second half of the season. While they have played
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / July 3
Red Sox Get Great News on Masataka Yoshida's Future Plans in Boston
The Boston Red Sox have finally gotten Masataka Yoshida back on the field. He's currently in Triple-A, doing what's needed to try to come back up to the big leagues.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 29
Red Sox OF set to begin rehab assignment
His long road to recovery from shoulder surgery looks to be in its final stages.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 28
Masataka Yoshida Takes Hard Stance On Red Sox Rehab
The Boston Red Sox are hoping to get Masataka Yoshida back up with the big leagues. He has been dealing with the fallout of offseason shoulder surgery and a roster crunch.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Red Sox Get Update on Masataka Yoshida Amid Health Concerns
Masataka Yoshida, currently playing on a five-year, $90 million deal, has yet to play for the Boston Red Sox this season. When he’s in the lineup, the Red Sox are a better team, but it's still uncertain when he’ll return to Boston.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 7
Red Sox OF Masataka Yoshida Breaks Silence on Latest Injury News
It's sad to see what Masataka Yoshida has had to deal with for the Boston Red Sox. When he's been on the field and healthy, he's been an above-average player, despite some trade rumors over the past few months.
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / May 4
Triston Casas injury may solve major Red Sox problem
The Boston Red Sox had two problems to solve. Both may have been solved through an unfortunate incident.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 2
Red Sox Boss Makes Discouraging Masataka Yoshida Announcement
Again, one truly has to question what the Boston Red Sox are doing with Masataka Yoshida. Having a player on a five-year, $90 million deal, stocked away on the injured list, doesn't make much sense for all parties involved.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22
Masataka Yoshida situation gets important explanation from Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox are hoping to put a winning team on the field in 2025 and return to the playoffs for the first time since the 2021 season. If Masataka Yoshida is going to be a part of the current Red Sox team, he is going to have to do it as an oufielder.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 16, 2024
Red Sox OF undergoes shoulder surgery
The 31-year-old sat out the final two games of the regular season as he contemplated how to address the shoulder soreness that had bothered him for most of the year.
Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 6, 2024
Masataka Yoshida, Red Sox extend surge by beating Royals
Masataka Yoshida homered and drove in three runs as the Boston Red Sox rallied past the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Tuesday evening. Yoshida, who had four hits in Monday's 9-5 win for Boston, hit a solo homer in the third inning on Tuesday -- his sixth blast of the season.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 11, 2024
Red Sox outfielder avoids surgery, faces extended absence
While the most worrisome outcome is now off the table for Masataka Yoshida, that isn’t saving him from an extended absence.
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