A new MLB season is about to begin, and no team is exempt from roster moves, whether they involve new additions or potential departures. The Boston Red Sox are no exception, and Masataka Yoshida finds himself at the center of the spotlight regarding his future with the franchise.
The experienced outfielder spoke with the press in the Red Sox clubhouse and, after his comments were shared by reporter Gabrielle Starr on X, he revealed his feelings regarding a potential departure from the team in the near future.
âThatâs not what Iâm thinking right now. ⊠Thatâs something that I didnât really experience back in Japan. It doesnât really happen that much as often as here. So, something new.
âBut if you trade somebody, both parties, have to agree, right? So itâs gonna be tough, and itâs part of the business, but I just want to say, itâs something thatâs kind of new to me after I got here.â
Masataka Yoshida #7 of the Boston Red Sox.
Yoshidaâs numbers in 2025
Masataka Yoshidaâs 2025 season with the Boston Red Sox was characterized by a reduced workload following his recovery from shoulder surgery, yet he remained a disciplined presence at the plate.
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In 55 games, he posted a .266 batting average with 4 home runs and 26 RBIs, finishing the year with a .696 OPS. While these power numbers were lower than his previous campaigns, his ability to put the ball in play remained evident, as he continued to strike out at one of the lowest rates in the league.
Now fully healthy as he enters 2026, the Red Sox are looking for Yoshida to regain his âMacho Manâ form and provide more consistent production from the designated hitter spot.
