Andruw Monasterio is a Venezuelan shortstop from Caracas who broke into the big leagues with the Boston Red Sox in May 2023. Hitting .268 with a .782 OPS in 2026, the Caracas native has carved out a role as a reliable defensive presence at short, bringing versatility and consistency to Boston’s lineup.
Quick Facts
- Full name: Andruw Monasterio
- Position: Shortstop
- Team: Boston Red Sox
- Number: 32
- Bats / Throws: Right / Right
- Height / Weight: 5’11» / 194 lb
- Born: May 30, 1997 (age 29)
- Birthplace: Caracas, Venezuela
- MLB Debut: May 28, 2023
Background
Monasterio was born on May 30, 1997, in Caracas, Venezuela, where he fell in love with baseball from an early age. He worked his way through several minor-league affiliates before earning his shot at the majors. On May 28, 2023, he made his official MLB debut with the Boston Red Sox — a right-handed hitter and thrower stepping onto one of baseball’s biggest stages.
Professional Career
After his debut in Boston, Monasterio was acquired by the Milwaukee Brewers, where he spent the 2024 and 2025 seasons. The 2024 campaign was a tough one offensively — he hit just .208 with a .575 OPS — though he showed his wheels by swiping 6 bases.
The 2025 season told a different story. Monasterio bounced back in a big way, hitting .270 with 4 home runs, 16 RBI and a .756 OPS, re-establishing himself as a valuable piece in Milwaukee’s defensive scheme.
Now back with the Red Sox in 2026, he has kept right on rolling: .268 AVG, 6 home runs, 28 RBI and a .782 OPS, cementing his reputation as a dependable shortstop in Boston.
Career Stats
- 2026 – Boston Red Sox: .268 AVG | 6 HR | 28 RBI | 28 R | .782 OPS | 3 SB
- 2025 – Milwaukee Brewers: .270 AVG | 4 HR | 16 RBI | 19 R | .756 OPS | 2 SB
- 2024 – Milwaukee Brewers: .208 AVG | 1 HR | 16 RBI | 14 R | .575 OPS | 6 SB
Awards and Records
Monasterio has not yet earned major individual hardware — no Gold Gloves, Silver Sluggers or All-Star nods on his résumé. His career has been built the quiet way: earning a steady roster spot through defense and improving consistency at the plate.
Good to Know
Despite the offensive ups and downs, Monasterio’s glove has kept him on big-league radars throughout. His return to Boston in 2026 after his time in Milwaukee says something — the Red Sox clearly value what he brings: versatility, adaptability, and the kind of steady defensive play that wins games without always making the highlight reel.
