Red Sox's Masataka Yoshida Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

The designated hitter's recovery timeline remains uncertain following a labral repair procedure.

Masataka Yoshida had surgery on October 3 to repair the labrum in his right shoulder, performed by Dr. Evan O'Donnell at Massachusetts General Hospital.
The Red Sox have not provided a specific timetable for Yoshida's return, leaving his availability for the start of spring training in question.
Yoshida, who joined the Red Sox on a five-year, $90 million contract in 2022, has been primarily used as a designated hitter.
In the 2024 season, he was limited to 108 games due to shoulder issues and a thumb sprain, posting a .280 batting average with 10 home runs.
Yoshida's role with the team remains uncertain, as his limited field play and platoon usage may affect roster decisions.