Red Sox place Masataka Yoshida on injured list due to hamstring strain

The Boston Red Sox announced that Masataka Yoshida has been placed on the injured list after suffering a left hamstring strain during a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 15. Yoshida sustained the injury while running out a double in the third inning of a 4-0 victory. He walked off but will require time on the IL, raising concerns about his potential absence extending into September. Utility player Mickey Gasper has been called up from Triple-A Worcester to take Yoshida's roster spot. The Red Sox also face injuries to several key players, including Roman Anthony and Trevor Story, who are currently on the IL but may return soon.

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