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Red Sox Roster Cuts Loom as Masataka Yoshida Shines at WBC
Manager Alex Cora says roster decisions are coming soon as spring training continues.
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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The Boston Red Sox are set to make roster cuts in the coming days as spring training progresses, according to manager Alex Cora. Meanwhile, outfielder Masataka Yoshida has continued to impress while playing for Team Japan in the World Baseball Classic, something Cora says doesn't come as a surprise.
Why it matters
The Red Sox are preparing for the upcoming MLB season and need to finalize their roster. Yoshida's strong performance in the WBC could impact the team's decisions as they evaluate their outfield options.
The details
Cora stated that the first round of roster cuts will likely come on Monday as the team narrows down its player pool ahead of Opening Day. Yoshida, who the Red Sox signed to a 5-year, $90 million contract in the offseason, has been a standout performer for Japan in the WBC, something that Cora says was expected given Yoshida's track record in Nippon Professional Baseball.
- The Red Sox are expected to make their first round of roster cuts on Monday, March 13, 2026.
- The World Baseball Classic is currently underway, with the championship game scheduled for March 21, 2026.
The players
Alex Cora
The manager of the Boston Red Sox.
Masataka Yoshida
A Japanese outfielder who the Red Sox signed to a 5-year, $90 million contract in the offseason.
What they’re saying
“Roster cuts are coming and we'll likely make the first round of them Monday.”
— Alex Cora, Red Sox Manager (MassLive)
“Masataka Yoshida continues to shine for Team Japan in the World Baseball Classic — something that isn't surprising to Cora.”
— Sean McAdam, MassLive Reporter (Yahoo Sports)
What’s next
The Red Sox will make additional roster cuts in the coming days as they finalize their Opening Day roster. Yoshida's performance in the WBC will be closely watched as the team evaluates its outfield options.
The takeaway
The Red Sox are in the midst of tough roster decisions as they prepare for the upcoming season, but the strong play of offseason acquisition Masataka Yoshida in the World Baseball Classic has been a bright spot that could factor into their final roster decisions.
