Andruw Monasterio is a Venezuelan shortstop from Caracas who has been representing the Boston Red Sox in the majors since his debut on May 28, 2023. Now 29, he has carved out a reputation as a dependable defensive presence at short — and his bat has quietly been catching up.
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 was born and raised in Caracas, where he developed his game before signing and working his way through the US minor league system — the familiar path for many Latin American prospects: academies, winter leagues, and years of development before the call-up finally comes.
Milwaukee gave him his first shot in the majors. His move to Boston ahead of the 2026 season opened a new chapter, with the historic Red Sox franchise offering him a real shot at locking down the starting shortstop role.
Professional Career
Monasterio’s big-league debut came with the Brewers in 2023. His first full season in 2024 was a grind offensively — a .208 average, 1 home run, and 16 RBI — but his glove kept him in the lineup.
He took a clear step forward in 2025, hitting .270 with 4 home runs, 16 RBI, and a .756 OPS in Milwaukee. The defense remained elite; the bat was finally starting to back it up.
In 2026 with Boston, Monasterio posted his best offensive numbers yet: .267 AVG, 6 home runs, 27 RBI, 28 runs scored, and a .779 OPS. He’s no longer just a glove guy — he’s becoming a well-rounded piece for the Red Sox.
Career Stats
- 2026 — Boston Red Sox: .267 AVG | 6 HR | 27 RBI | 28 R | .779 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 hasn’t collected individual hardware yet — no Silver Slugger, no All-Star nod. His value has always been built on consistency, reliability, and defense. But with his offense trending up in Boston, bigger recognition may not be far off.
Good to Know
Despite coming from a country that has produced some of baseball’s biggest names, Monasterio has kept a low profile compared to other Venezuelan stars. Playing for one of the most storied franchises in the game, though, that’s starting to change — and Boston tends to make stars out of players who deliver.
