The Boston Red Sox are closing in on the return of outfielder and designated hitter Masataka Yoshida, Alex Cora announced Saturday.

Manager Alex Cora delivered an important message to starting pitcher Brayan Bello after he left the game Friday.

Red Sox’s Alex Cora Provides Important Injury Update on Masataka Yoshida originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Boston Red Sox's lineup is currently missing a player who has been a nearly everyday starter for the team over the last two seasons – and his name is not Rafael Devers.