The Boston Red Sox will be without Japanese left-handed hitter Masataka Yoshida in Thursday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians, according to a report by Ian Browne of MLB.com. The Red Sox have opted for an interesting lineup with a .143 hitter batting cleanup, as they face Guardians righty Carlos Carrasco. This comes after the Red Sox experienced both the lowest of lows and the highest of highs in their previous game. Now, they will roll out a getaway roster for the series finale at Fenway Park. Rafael Devers will also be taking the afternoon off for rest purposes, with Connor Wong as the designated hitter and Pablo Reyes starting at a different position. The Red Sox have been dealing with multiple injuries, with at least three players sidelined at different points. The series against the Guardians presents an opportunity for the Red Sox to earn a split before moving forward.
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Summary:
- Masataka Yoshida is out of the Red Sox’s lineup for the game against the Guardians.
- The Red Sox are using an interesting lineup with a struggling hitter batting cleanup.
- After a rollercoaster game, the Red Sox are looking to wrap up the series with a getaway roster.
- Rafael Devers is getting rest, with Connor Wong filling in as the designated hitter.
- The Red Sox have been dealing with multiple injuries throughout the season.
- The series finale against the Guardians is an opportunity for the Red Sox to split the series.
Source: Ian Browne of MLB.com
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