Marcelo Mayer Extends Red Sox’s Wild 8-Year 2B Streak

The Boston Red Sox officially have announced their starting second baseman for the 2026 season and the news shouldn't surprise anyone. Red Sox manager Alex Cora announced on Saturday that young infielder Marcelo Mayer is the guy for Boston at second base.

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