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Masataka Yoshida's return for Red Sox this season appears doubtful

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Masataka Yoshida's return for Red Sox this season appears doubtful
Summary

Masataka Yoshida of the Boston Red Sox is unlikely to return this season due to a significant hamstring strain. Yoshida left a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 15, 2026, and while team hopes for a postseason return have not been dismissed, it seems improbable. Other updates include Garrett Crochet's target to contribute in October despite injury concerns and Roman Anthony's rehab progress after a lengthy absence. The team also celebrated a record fundraising effort during the annual Jimmy Fund Telethon.

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Status Watch
  • •Yoshida diagnosed with a significant hamstring strain.
  • •Yoshida left the game against Pittsburgh on August 15, 2026.
  • •Garrett Crochet remains hopeful for an October return.
  • •Roman Anthony is progressing through rehab and played for AA Portland.
  • •Red Sox had record fundraising at the Jimmy Fund Telethon.
Latest Updates
  • 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox News & Links: 2026 return doubtful for Masataka Yoshida
What they're saying
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Are you penciling Garrett Crochet into the Red Sox October bullpen? Getting back in time to contribute to the postseason is his goal, but he’s trying to maintain the right mindset. “I’m quite hopeful. I’m not gonna say [when], because I don’t know. The past couple times I’ve been like, ‘Oh yeah, I probably don’t […]

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