Availability
Isiah Kiner-Falefa took reps at first base in Red Sox camp on Monday.
Fantasy Impact
Kiner-Falefa is expected to play in a super-utility role with Boston this season. He'll likely see reps all over the field in camp over the next month.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa said on Tuesday that he will serve in a super-utility role for the Boston Red Sox this season.
Fantasy Impact
Kiner-Falefa, a 2020 Gold Glove winner, has played every position in his career except first base. He gives the Red Sox significant defensive versatility and said he’s excited to join an organization where utility players like Brock Holt and Rob Refsnyder have found success. Kiner-Falefa hit .262/.297/.334 with 15 stolen bases across 431 at-bats in 2025.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa has agreed to a one-year deal with the Red Sox.
Fantasy Impact
Kiner-Falefa spent most of last season with the Pirates before joining the Blue Jays for the stretch run in September. The versatile veteran posted a .262 AVG with a .631 OPS, a pair of homers, and 15 steals over 138 total games. Kiner-Falefa brings most of his value with the ability to play very solid defense at multiple positions along with a bit of speed on the base paths.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in the Blue Jays 7-1 loss to Boston.
Fantasy Impact
He is hitting .263, with two home runs, and 40 RBI in 430 at-bats this season. The veteran is hitting just .100 over his last seven games.
The Blue Jays claimed INF Isiah Kiner-Falefa off waivers from the Pirates.
Fantasy Impact
Kiner-Falefa makes his way back to Toronto after he was recently designated for assignment by Toronto. He'll add more defensive versatility for a Toronto team looking to remain at the top of the AL East.