Summary
The Boston Red Sox traded for Willson Contreras, and he is expected to take a key role in their lineup. This move might lead the Red Sox to trade Masataka Yoshida, who currently has limited chances to play with the team. Yoshida's contract could make it challenging for the Red Sox to find a team willing to trade for him.
Key Facts
- The Boston Red Sox acquired Willson Contreras in a trade.
- Contreras will have a significant role in the Red Sox lineup.
- The Red Sox might trade Masataka Yoshida due to overcrowding in the lineup.
- Yoshida played mostly as an outfielder and designated hitter for the Red Sox.
- He had a 93 OPS+ last season and played in 55 games.
- Yoshida is set to earn $37.2 million over the next two seasons.
- Trading Yoshida might require the Red Sox to cover some of his salary.
- Finding a team willing to trade for Yoshida could be difficult.
