Andruw Monasterio is the Venezuelan shortstop holding down the position for the Boston Red Sox. Since his MLB debut on May 28, 2023, the 29-year-old Caracas native has grown into a reliable, versatile infielder — and in 2026, he’s having the best season of his career: .274 AVG, 6 home runs, 31 RBI, and a .790 OPS.
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 — Caracas, Venezuela
- MLB Debut: May 28, 2023
Background
Monasterio grew up in Caracas in a baseball household and spent years working his way through the minor leagues, sharpening his defense at shortstop and developing a consistent right-handed swing. After bouncing through several organizations, he finally got his shot at the big-league level with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2023. His move to Boston in 2025 opened a new chapter — a chance to compete for one of the most storied franchises in the game.
Professional Career
Monasterio’s MLB trajectory has been a steady climb. In his first extended look with Milwaukee in 2024, he posted a .208 AVG, 1 HR, 16 RBI, and a .575 OPS in 16 games — solid signs of adjustment, if not yet dominance.
By 2025, still with the Brewers, the numbers took a meaningful jump: .270 AVG, 4 HR, 16 RBI, and a .756 OPS, with 2 stolen bases sprinkled in. His defensive versatility and improving bat made him a genuine roster piece rather than just a depth option.
Then came 2026 in Boston — his best showing yet. Through the current season, Monasterio is slashing .274/.790 OPS with 6 home runs, 31 RBI, 29 runs scored, and 3 stolen bases. The numbers tell the story of a player who has finally found his footing at the big-league level.
Season-by-Season Stats
- 2026 – Boston Red Sox: .274 AVG | 6 HR | 31 RBI | 29 R | .790 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 Recognition
Monasterio hasn’t won a Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, or MVP award yet — but if his 2026 numbers hold, individual recognition may not be far off. Right now, he’s earning something harder to manufacture: a reputation as a dependable, productive shortstop in the American League.
Worth Knowing
Monasterio is part of a wave of Venezuelan shortstops making their mark in the majors. His path — from underfunded minor-league stops to a starting role with the Red Sox — reflects the patience and grind that defines so many Caribbean players chasing a big-league dream. The journey was long. The results are starting to speak for themselves.
