Red Sox Rookie Roman Anthony Shows Elite Power, High Expectations

Red Sox rookie Roman Anthony, 21, is generating high expectations after a strong showing last season, featuring a league-best 60.3% hard-hit rate and 27 barrels in 71 games, with eight homers. He posted a .326/.427/.530 line in 35 games before a season-ending oblique strain. Despite a 28% strikeout rate, his selective plate approach is noted. Anthony is projected for 25 HR, 76 RBI, 102 R, and a .276 AVG in 2026.