Masataka Yoshida
Japanese baseball player, MLB All-Star
A professional baseball player from Japan, recognized for a successful career in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) before transitioning to Major League Baseball (MLB). Played for the Orix Buffaloes in NPB, achieving a batting title in 2021. Joined the Boston Red Sox in 2022, participating in the MLB All-Star Game and contributing significantly to the team.
Achieved a batting title in NPB
Selected for the MLB All-Star Game
Played for the Orix Buffaloes prior to MLB
Contributed to the Boston Red Sox
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