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MLB free agency: Red Sox sign outfielder Masataka Yoshida from NPB
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The Red Sox are off to a strong start, but a playoff spot is not a
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Japanese batting champion Masataka Yoshida likely to join MLB free
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Masataka Yoshida is on an absolute tear for the Red Sox -- again
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Japanese batting champion Masataka Yoshida likely to join MLB free
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Baseball has made many significant changes, and now it's time to
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Masataka Yoshida, new Red Sox OF, draws raves from former Major
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Who is Masataka Yoshida? 9 things to know about Red Sox free agent
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Fantasy Baseball Today: Matt Mervis promoted; Eduardo Rodriguez
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Red Sox's Alex Cora texted Masataka Yoshida in Japanese after 2
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Masataka Yoshida, Red Sox do damage early in resounding road win
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WATCH: Red Sox's Masataka Yoshida extends MLB-best hitting streak
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Red Sox agree to deal with Japanese outfielder Masataka Yoshida