The Boston Red Sox have strengthened their depth by acquiring first baseman/outfielder Ryan Noda from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for cash considerations. As part of the roster move, the club has transferred outfielder Masataka Yoshida to the 60-Day Injured List to open a spot on the 40-man roster.
Ryan Noda’s Profile
- Age: 29
- Previous Teams: Oakland Athletics (2023-24), Los Angeles Angels
- Career Stats:
- Batting Average: .212 (106-for-501)
- On-Base Percentage: .344
- Home Runs: 17
- RBIs: 58
- Defensive Starts: 130 at first base, 1 in right field
Drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 15th round of the 2017 MLB Draft, Noda has provided a mix of power and patience at the plate. This season, he has played 38 games for Triple-A Salt Lake, recording a .364 OBP while splitting time between first base and the outfield.
Masataka Yoshida Injury Update
Yoshida, 31, is sidelined due to right shoulder labral repair, with his original placement on the 10-Day Injured List dating back to March 27 (retroactive to March 24). A key offensive contributor, Yoshida has hit .285 with 54 doubles, 25 homers, and 128 RBIs in 248 games since signing with Boston in 2022.
With Noda optioned to Triple-A Worcester, the Red Sox now look to adjust their roster depth heading into the summer stretch of the season.
