The Boston Red Sox are striving for a postseason berth despite a season that has yet to meet expectations. The return of key players like Alex Bregman from injury promises to bolster their lineup. Furthermore, Masataka Yoshida is poised to make his season debut, with manager Alex Cora announcing that Yoshida will be active for the team's next homestand. Yoshida, who has been sidelined due to a shoulder injury, had his rehab accelerated following the trade of Rafael Devers.

With Devers's exit opening up the designated hitter position, Yoshida and Bregman are expected to take on a vital role in leading a relatively young offense. Yoshida's past as a power hitter in Japan—including four seasons with over 20 homers—suggests he could be a significant contributor. Currently, the Red Sox sit 2.5 games out of a wild card spot, making Yoshida's return potentially pivotal as they aim for a late-season push towards October.