Bogaerts Shows Improvement After Injury Years

Since signing an 11-year/$280 million contract in December 2022, Bogaerts has struggled with various injuries including wrist, shoulder, calf, hamstring, and foot issues. These limited him to 155 games in 2023 (.285, 19 HR, 58 RBI), 111 games in 2024 (.264, 11 HR, 44 RBI), and 136 games in 2025 (.263, 11 HR, 53 RBI). mwafrika.life

Fans are now noticing improved bat speed and arm strength, suggesting the shortstop may be returning to form after his successful Boston Red Sox career where he won five Silver Slugger awards and two World Series titles.