Trade Of Masataka Yoshida Considered Unlikely
11 months agoThe Boston Red Sox are reportedly listening on outfielder Masataka Yoshida, but for now a trade isn't seen as especially likely. The Red Sox have also checked in on free-agent outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler, but there's suspicion they'll be outbid again, maybe by the rival Toronto Blue Jays. Former Red Sox DH J.D. Martinez and third baseman Justin Turner should be candidates to fill Boston's need for a right-handed hitter, but they could seriously consider a less costly option like Tommy Pham, Randal Grichuk or even Enrique Hernandez. The 30-year-old Yoshida showed great contact skills, but his on-base prowess was lacking and he showed only moderate power. His defense is going to need to improve in the outfield if he's going to remain as an everyday player moving forward.
Source: New York Post - Jon Heyman
Source: New York Post - Jon Heyman