Red Sox rest Monasterio, Yoshida returns for Blue Jays series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Boston Red Sox made a key lineup adjustment ahead of their series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays on August 10. Interim manager Chad Tracy benched Andruw Monasterio, who had started 17 consecutive games at shortstop, opting for Nick Sogard in his place. The decision is not performance-related, as Monasterio has been performing well. Masataka Yoshida also returned to the lineup after missing two games due to illness, serving as the designated hitter. This matchup marks the beginning of a significant road trip for Boston, aiming to improve their recent performance against division rivals.
- •Monasterio sits out after a strong 17-start stretch at shortstop.
- •Sogard replaces him and bats leadoff against Toronto's Taillon.
- •Yoshida returns to the lineup after an illness absence.
- •Boston lost two of three games to the Athletics before this series.
- •First pitch against Toronto is scheduled for 7:07 p.m. ET.
- 8:10 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Make Surprising Shortstop Decision Before Blue Jays Opener
"The Red Sox made a surprising change at shortstop while welcoming Masataka Yoshida back for Monday’s series opener against the Blue Jays.
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