Marcelo Mayer Not Guaranteed Opening Day Roster Spot

Red Sox manager Alex Cora stated Sunday that Mayer is doing a good job but would not guarantee the infielder an Opening Day roster spot. The 23-year-old is batting .200 through four spring training games, though one of his two hits was a home run. With the offseason acquisitions of Caleb Durbin and Isiah Kiner-Falefa crowding the infield, the team may prioritize everyday minor league opportunities for Mayer if he does not secure a starting role.