Masataka Yoshida Stats & Bio | Red Sox Designated Hitter

About Masataka Yoshida

Masataka Yoshida brings his seasoned left-field presence to the Boston Red Sox, wearing jersey number 7 with pride. Born on July 15, 1993, in Fukui, Japan, the 5'8", 192-pound outfielder developed his craft entirely through professional ranks, bypassing the traditional college route. Yoshida built an impressive reputation in Japan's NPB before making the leap to Major League Baseball, where his disciplined approach at the plate and consistent contact-hitting style quickly earned respect. Known for his compact swing and ability to work counts, he has become a key piece of Boston's lineup. In his most recent stretch of four games, Yoshida has posted a .143 batting average with 2 RBIs, demonstrating his continued commitment to contributing runs for his team.

Updated: Mar 26, 2026