Andruw Monasterio is a Venezuelan shortstop born in Caracas on May 30, 1997, who made his MLB debut on May 28, 2023. A solid defender with the ability to steal bases, he has carved out a role as a versatile option at short in the big leagues.
Quick Facts
- Full name: Andruw Monasterio
- Position: Shortstop
- Team: Boston Red Sox
- Number: 32
- Bats / Throws: Right / Right
- Height / Weight: 5’11» / 194 lbs
- Born: May 30, 1997 (age 29)
- Birthplace: Caracas, Venezuela 🇻🇪
- MLB Debut: May 28, 2023
Background
Monasterio grew up in Caracas, a city with deep baseball roots, and followed the path familiar to many Latin American prospects: minor league grind, patience, and steady development within a professional organization. A right-handed hitter and thrower, he brings versatility to any infield. His MLB debut came at 25, which points to a slower but consistent climb through the minors before earning his shot with Boston.
Professional Career
Monasterio broke into the majors with the Boston Red Sox in May 2023, spending his first year getting adjusted to big-league life. He was then assigned to the Milwaukee Brewers for 2024, where he hit .208 with 1 home run and 16 RBI in a tough season that kept him in a utility role.
In 2025, still with Milwaukee, he bounced back in a meaningful way — batting .270 with 4 home runs, 16 RBI, and a .756 OPS, showing real offensive improvement. The stolen-base dimension was there too, even if inconsistently: 6 SB in 2024, 2 in 2025.
Now back in Boston for 2026, Monasterio is putting together his best numbers yet: .266 AVG, 6 HR, 32 RBI, 30 runs scored, and a .770 OPS — the kind of production that makes a case for a more permanent role at shortstop. He’s also added 4 stolen bases on the season.
Career Stats
- 2026 – Boston Red Sox: .266 AVG | 6 HR | 32 RBI | 30 R | .770 OPS | 4 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 like an MVP, Gold Glove, or Silver Slugger yet. His value has come from being a reliable defensive option and a versatile piece on the roster — a role player working his way toward something bigger.
One Thing Worth Noting
At 29, Monasterio is still chasing his best baseball. His return to Boston in 2026 — back to the organization that gave him his debut — is a second-chance story that’s playing out well so far. Stability has a way of unlocking a player’s potential, and his 2026 numbers suggest he may be finding his footing at exactly the right time.
