Monasterio’s Seat on the Line | Boston Red Sox News

0:00It's September 10th, Boston Red Sox News Today starts now, AI-powered and game-ready. I'm Cory with the story. The Boston Red Sox are in a tough spot with their roster as players return from injury. In-fielder Andrew Monasterio, who was a key player for them through much of the summer, has seen his playing time drastically decrease in recent weeks. This shift comes as other players like Trevor Story and Isaiah Kiner-Fileffa have recovered and reclaimed their positions on the field. This situation is especially notable because Monasterio was instrumental in the team surge back into playoff contention during the latter half of July. His performance made him a fan favorite and it seemed unlikely he'd be the one to make way for returning players. However, the landscape of baseball is always changing and recent performance often dictates current opportunities. The team is now anticipating the return of all-star first baseman Wilson Contreras. As Contreras set to rejoin the lineup, a roster spot will need to be cleared.

1:01Looking at the current infield, it appears Monasterio is the most likely candidate to be sent down to AAA. Given his recent struggles at the... Plate. Since August 1st, Monasterio's batting average has fallen to 208 and his on-base plus lugging has dropped significantly. This contrast sharply, with his earlier success that boosted his season OPS to 770, the team needs to make strategic decisions to optimize their lineup for the playoff push. With Contreras potentially returning as early a Saturday, the move seems imminent. While other infielders, like Nick Sogard and Mickey Gaspur, have also had their moments, Monasterio's recent dip in production makes him the most. Little choice to be optioned out to make room for the returning all-star.