Red Sox Make Noteworthy Roster Move Before Facing Rockies
Masataka Yoshida has returned from the injured list
Masataka Yoshida is back in Boston.
The Red Sox on Wednesday reinstated Yoshida from the 60-day injured list, an anticipated move given recent comments from manager Alex Cora. Yoshida hasn’t played for Boston this season due to a shoulder injury, but played five games during rehab assignments in Double-A Portland and Triple-A Worcester.
Yoshida is expected to be in the lineup against the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night.
The Red Sox optioned utility man Nate Eaton to Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move, as first reported by MassLive’s Chris Cotillo on Tuesday night. Boston also transferred right-handed pitcher Nick Burdi to the 60-day injured list.
Yoshida hit .285 with a .775 OPS during his first two seasons with the Red Sox.
