Tracy inserts Yoshida for Wong vs. RHP in Red Sox lineup
Boston skipper Colin Tracy makes a platoon-based lineup adjustment, starting Masataka Yoshida over Kolten Wong with a right-hander on the mound.
Red Sox manager Colin Tracy is making a platoon move, slotting Masataka Yoshida into the lineup in place of Kolten Wong. The decision is driven by the opposing right-handed starter, a classic platoon matchup. Beat reporter Ian Browne reported the change, indicating it is a same-day lineup decision. Wong, a left-handed hitter, sits in favor of the left-handed Yoshida against the righty.
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