Alex Cora laid out a rough timeline for Masataka Yoshida's return to the Red Sox, including some insight into his potential role.

Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida reached base three times for Double-A Portland on Saturday in his fourth game of his rehab assignment. Yoshida — who is returning from an offseason right shoulder labral repair — went 2-for-3 with two singles, one walk and two RBIs in Portland’s 4-2 loss to New Hampshire.

The Boston Red Sox have not met expectations this season. However, they are still in contention for the postseason and are getting some key players back from injury.