60-Day IL
Injury Shoulder
Est. Return 7/18/2025
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Yoshida got caught in a numbers game in 2024 - too many lefty hitters, too many left fielders - and was a DH for all but one game. An early thumb injury had him seeking second and third opinions, and he underwent shoulder surgery following the season. In between, Yoshida was a serviceable contact hitter, slashing .280/.349/.415 with 10 home runs, 56 RBI and a 12.4 strikeout percentage. Two years into a five-year deal, the Red Sox are realizing Yoshida is not only limited defensively but doesn't hit for power, despite a higher fly-ball percentage and launch angle in 2024. He also experienced a significant drop-off against lefties, falling from a .746 OPS to .565. Boston's involvement in the failed pursuit of Juan Soto suggests the club wants a more powerful roster, particularly from the right side, and a more functional one, where manager Alex Cora can rotate players at DH. Read Past Outlooks

Begins rehab assignment
Yoshida (shoulder) went 0-for-2 with a walk for Triple-A Worcester on Wednesday.
Analysis
Yoshida kicked off a rehab assignment with the WooSox, serving as the DH and playing all seven innings in the first game of a doubleheader. Given his lengthy stint on the injured list, Yoshida may be given the maximum time allowed (20 days) before before being activated. It's unclear if there will be a regular role for Yoshida when he returns, particularly as Boston looks to get at-bats for top prospect Roman Anthony.
Yoshida kicked off a rehab assignment with the WooSox, serving as the DH and playing all seven innings in the first game of a doubleheader. Given his lengthy stint on the injured list, Yoshida may be given the maximum time allowed (20 days) before before being activated. It's unclear if there will be a regular role for Yoshida when he returns, particularly as Boston looks to get at-bats for top prospect Roman Anthony.
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Since 2023
+21%
OPS vs RHP
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OPS | PA | HR | RBI | AVG | |||||
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Since 2023vs Left | .669 | 252 | 5 | 33 | .239 | ||||
Since 2023vs Right | .810 | 749 | 20 | 95 | .300 | ||||
2025vs Left | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
2025vs Right | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
2024vs Left | .565 | 108 | 2 | 14 | .191 | ||||
2024vs Right | .832 | 313 | 8 | 42 | .310 | ||||
2023vs Left | .746 | 144 | 3 | 19 | .273 | ||||
2023vs Right | .795 | 436 | 12 | 53 | .293 | ||||
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Since 2023Home | .814 | 484 | 10 | 63 | .300 | ||||
Since 2023Away | .740 | 517 | 15 | 65 | .272 | ||||
2025Home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
2025Away | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
2024Home | .786 | 206 | 4 | 27 | .292 | ||||
2024Away | .744 | 215 | 6 | 29 | .269 | ||||
2023Home | .834 | 278 | 6 | 36 | .306 | ||||
2023Away | .736 | 302 | 9 | 36 | .273 | ||||
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Yoshida's first season in MLB came mostly as advertised. His exceptional contact rate carried over, but the rest of his game is still a work in progress. Yoshida recorded ample homers and steals to have reasonable hopes he improves in his second season. An area he can improve immediately is on-base skills. In Japan, Yoshida routinely posted double-digit walk rates, but he worked a free pass just 5.9% of the time in his rookie campaign. Only six of his 15 homers came at home, though 21 of his 33 doubles were in Fenway Park. This makes sense since Yoshida's flyball rate was just 26.9 percent. He swiped eight bases, but wasn't caught, suggesting he could run a little more. Yoshida's defense in left field was below par, which is an issue since his bat doesn't play as a full-time designated hitter. Still, Boston will continue to play Yoshida nearly every day, sitting him against some southpaws despite displaying limited platoon splits. He offers a strong batting average floor, with 20 homers and 15 stolen base upside.
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Getting test run at first base
The Red Sox plan to give Yoshida (shoulder) some "light work" at first base during his rehab assignment, Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com report.
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Cleared to start rehab assignment
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that Yoshida (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Worcester on Tuesday, Ken Powtak of the Associated Press reports.
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Rehab assignment pending
Yoshida (shoulder) could begin a rehab assignment Tuesday, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.
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Season debut could be 'sped up'
Manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Yoshida's (shoulder) return from the 60-day injured list could be expedited after the Red Sox traded Rafael Devers to the Giants on Sunday, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports. "We're going to meet [Tuesday or Wednesday] to go over a few things. Let's see if we can speed up the process," Cora said, in reference to when Yoshida might make his 2025 debut. "He can swing the bat. Now it's a matter of him getting at-bats and all that. But at the same time, respecting the rehab of the shoulder. So we'll decide that sooner rather than later."
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Making throws from outfield
Yoshida (shoulder) began throwing from left field to second base Thursday, MLB.com reports.
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New push to trade?
The Red Sox could look to trade Yoshida after signing Alex Bregman, per Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald.
Analysis
Boston explored trade possibilities for Yoshida earlier in the offseason and could make a renewed effort after making a big splash in free agency. The 31-year-old was limited to 108 games last season due to shoulder issues and had a .280/.349/.415 slash line with 10 home runs and 56 RBI. Yoshida has three years and $55.8 million remaining on his contract.
Boston explored trade possibilities for Yoshida earlier in the offseason and could make a renewed effort after making a big splash in free agency. The 31-year-old was limited to 108 games last season due to shoulder issues and had a .280/.349/.415 slash line with 10 home runs and 56 RBI. Yoshida has three years and $55.8 million remaining on his contract.