The injury plagued Boston Red Sox continue to take the hits as the team placed designated hitter Masataka Yoshida on the injured list ahead of their 6-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, according to ESPN’s David Schoenfield.
Yoshida, who reportedly jammed his hand Sunday, joins a crowded list of players on the Red Sox injured list, including shortstop Trevor Story and first baseman Triston Casas, which brings the number to 13 total players to hit the injured list this season.
Boston is also hurting along their starting rotation, with Nick Pivetta, Brayan Bello and Garrett Whitlock, along with Lucas Giolito who underwent Tommy John surgery in training camp, all on the shelf.
“It’s a star-driven league, we know that, but what you do with the edge of the roster is very important,” Red Sox manager Joey Cora said. “Having the flexibility roster-wise is huge. You can move guys around. That’s how franchises like the Rays have done it throughout the years. … I believe the edge of the roster can help you win eight games, nine games a season.”
“We work so hard on chemistry and culture in spring training. Then you have a whole different team in the beginning of May,” Cora said. “It’s going to keep changing, but I do believe we’re in a good place. We’re playing good baseball, which is awesome.”
Boston has weathered the storm despite the injuries and lead the majors with a 2.59 ERA.
“If we keep doing the things we’re doing on the mound, it doesn’t matter who comes in,” Cora said. “We’re going to be in a good place.”
