Masataka Yoshida leads off for Red Sox against Rangers on Sunday night

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Masataka Yoshida leads off for Red Sox against Rangers on Sunday night
Summary

The Boston Red Sox face the Texas Rangers in a game on Sunday Night Baseball, seeking a series sweep. Interim manager Chad Tracy is making lineup adjustments, as Jarren Duran is not in the leadoff spot. Instead, Masataka Yoshida will lead off against former Red Sox pitcher Nathan Eovaldi. Yoshida has struggled this season with a.238 batting average but is known for his consistent contact at the plate. The rest of the Red Sox lineup remains unchanged from previous games, with Carlos Narvaez batting ninth and catching rookie Connelly Early.

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  • Red Sox aim for series sweep over Rangers on Sunday Night Baseball
  • Masataka Yoshida is leading off against Nathan Eovaldi
  • Jarren Duran replaced by Yoshida at the top of the order
  • Yoshida has a.238 average this season with limited power
  • Carlos Narvaez batting ninth, catching rookie Connelly Early
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  • 7:29 PMYahoo SportsMasataka Yoshida Leading Off Red Sox Lineup vs. Nathan Eovaldi Sunday Night
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