Boston Red Sox ยท Designated Hitter
As Boston's primary DH entering 2026, Yoshida offers consistent run production with a .250 batting average and solid RBI accumulation through the early season, though his power output remains modest with just two home runs so far. His speed is negligible with only two stolen bases, making him a pure batting average and RBI contributor rather than a multi-category threat. The 32-year-old's decline from last year's .266 average raises some durability concerns, though his ability to maintain regular playing time in the DH role provides a reliable floor for counting stats. Fantasy managers should view him as a complementary outfield/DH option best suited for deeper leagues where his batting average and RBI production can anchor a roster without relying on power or speed upside.
| Year | Team | G | PA | AB | AVG | HR | RBI | R | SB | K | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Boston Red Sox | 140 | 580 | 537 | .289 | 15 | 72 | 71 | 8 | 81 | .338 | .445 | .783 |
| 2024 | Boston Red Sox | 108 | 421 | 378 | .280 | 10 | 56 | 45 | 2 | 52 | .349 | .415 | .764 |
| 2025 | Boston Red Sox | 55 | 205 | 188 | .266 | 4 | 26 | 16 | 3 | 24 | .307 | .388 | .695 |
| 2026 | Boston Red Sox | 87 | 297 | 263 | .274 | 5 | 28 | 34 | 2 | 33 | .347 | .399 | .746 |
| Career | Totals | 390 | 1503 | 1366 | .280 | 34 | 182 | 166 | 15 | 190 | .339 | .420 | .759 |
Source: MLB Stats API ยท Multi-team seasons show combined totals โ click to expand
| Year | Team | G | PA | AB | AVG | HR | RBI | R | SB | K | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Worcester Red Sox | 2 | 8 | 7 | .143 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | .250 | .143 | .393 |
| 2025 | 2 teamsโผ | 5 | 17 | 14 | .286 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | .353 | .286 | .639 |
| Career | Totals | 7 | 25 | 21 | .238 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 4 | .320 | .238 | .558 |
Source: MLB Stats API ยท Multi-team seasons show combined totals โ click to expand