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Roman Anthony To Bat Seventh, Play Left Field In Team USA’s WBC Opener originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Boston Red Sox rising star Roman Anthony is stepping into a prominent role for Team USA on the biggest international stage.
The 21-year-old will reportedly bat seventh and man left field in Friday night’s World Baseball Classic opener against Brazil at Daikin Park in Houston (8 p.m. ET).
Anthony earned his spot as an injury replacement for Arizona’s Corbin Carroll and has already impressed during Team USA camp. He launched a no-doubt two-run homer in Tuesday’s exhibition against the Giants, showing the powerful swing that made him one of baseball’s top prospects.
Anthony gives the star-studded American lineup another dynamic young bat behind veterans like Aaron Judge, Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. Manager Mark DeRosa clearly trusts Anthony in a meaningful spot against a Brazil squad looking to pull off an upset.
Red Sox fans have every reason to tune in. Anthony’s strong spring and WBC assignment signal he’s ready to build on last year’s breakout and anchor Boston’s outfield for years to come.
Anthony made his MLB debut with the Red Sox on June 9, 2025, and quickly established himself as a force. In 71 games and 257 at-bats, the left-handed hitter slashed .292/ .396/ .463/ .859 to go along with eight home runs, 32 RBI, 48 runs scored and four stolen bases while finishing third in AL Rookie of the Year voting.
An oblique strain ended his rookie campaign prematurely, keeping him out of the playoffs, but his 3.1 WAR proved he belongs among the game’s elite young talents.
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