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Red Sox Might Trade $140M All-Star To Make Room For No. 3 Prospect, Per Insider

The Boston Red Sox are already jam-packed with position player talent, but they've still got to find room for two future stars. Number-one prospect Roman Anthony and number-three prospect Marcelo Mayer are both very close to the big leagues.

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Red Sox’ Marcelo Mayer named International League Player of the Week

Top Red Sox prospect Marcelo Mayer has been named the International League Player of the Week for the week of April 21-27, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Marcelo Mayer News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 28

Boston Red Sox' Top Prospect Earns Minor League Honor, is MLB Call-Up Coming Soon?

Congratulations are in order for Boston Red Sox' top prospect Marcelo Mayer, who was named as the International League's Hitter of the Week on Monday. Playing for the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox, Mayer had three home runs, nine hits and 12 RBIs last week against the Syracuse Mets.

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Could Red Sox 'Jumpstart' Roster With Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer?

The Boston Red Sox haven't necessarily had the start to the season they hoped to have. Boston is 15-14 on the season so far. The Red Sox are tied with the New York Yankees in the win column right now, but has three more losses than New York.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 25

Red Sox Have 2 Big Questions Thanks To Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer

The Boston Red Sox have two of the most exciting prospects in baseball right now in Marcelo Mayer and Roman Anthony. Both are red-hot right now for the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox and will end up making their way to Boston at some point barring injuries.

Boston Red Sox News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 24

Could the Boston Red Sox Find the Next Marcelo Mayer or Roman Anthony in MLB Draft?

The Boston Red Sox have some of the very best prospects in baseball, and they'll have solid opportunities to add to that group this year in the MLB Draft.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Red Sox Predicted to Part Ways With $90M Bust Amid Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer Decisions

The Boston Red Sox are facing a problem most ball clubs could only dream about: too many good players. The most glaring logjam is Alex Bregman’s takeover at third base, which pushed Rafael Devers to a full-time designated hitter role.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 24

Red Sox Phenom Is Going To Give Boston Impossible Decision

The Boston Red Sox are going to be very interesting to follow over the next few months. Boston has talent out the wazoo and has had a good season so far even with a tough loss on Wednesday against the Seattle Mariners.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Red Sox Predicted to Cut Ties With Top Prospect in Surprising Move

The Boston Red Sox entered this season with more expectations than they've had over the past few years. The Red Sox struggled to start the campaign, but have turned it around over the past few days.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 22

Red Sox 19-Year-Old Getting Trade Buzz After 'Terrific' Start

The Boston Red Sox's farm system is loaded with talented offensive pieces right now. Boston's farm system currently boasts Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer who are two of the top overall prospects in the game right now.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 22

Red Sox Phenom Named Early Blockbuster Trade Candidate

The Boston Red Sox not only have some exciting talent in the big leagues right now, but also in the minors. Boston's lineup in the majors has plenty of potential and it got even better this year with the addition of rookie Kristian Campbell.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 12

Red Sox 27-Year-Old Deemed 'Likeliest' To Be Marcelo Mayer Roster Casualty

As Boston Red Sox fans begin to grow restless over their team's inconsistent start to the season, the front office has to already be thinking about some tough decisions.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 6

Red Sox's Marcelo Mayer Question Is Difficult Early In 2025 Season

The Boston Red Sox have one of the most exciting prospects in baseball knocking on the big league door right now. Kristian Campbell has gotten his shot already and has made the most out of it.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 5

Red Sox's Marcelo Mayer Predicted To Replace $140M Veteran: 'Only A Matter Of Time'

The future of the Boston Red Sox's shortstop position is becoming murkier by the day. On one hand, the Red Sox paid Trevor Story $140 million three years ago, and that contract is on the books through 2027.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Red Sox Get Trevor Story Prediction Amid Marcelo Mayer Saga

At some point, the Boston Red Sox will need to allow Marcelo Mayer to play in the show. The young man is too talented to be stuck in the minors for any longer.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 4

Red Sox Could Surprisingly Trade 2-Time All-Star To Braves For Gold Glover

Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer have become two elephants in the room for the Boston Red Sox. Anthony and Mayer are clearly ready to join their friend Kristian Campbell in The Show, but Boston doesn’t have room for either of the two young studs.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 2

Red Sox Prospect Launches 411-Foot Home Run, Continues Hot Stretch

As the Boston Red Sox lineup has stumbled out of the gate, the most desperate of Red Sox fans are calling for promotions for Boston’s pair of stud prospects.

Boston Red Sox News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 1

Here's When Boston Red Sox Top Prospect is Predicted to Make Major League Debut

According to a recent MLB Pipeline projection, the Boston Red Sox are predicted to call-up top prospect Marcelo Mayer sometime in June. Mayer didn’t see Triple-A at all last year due to a lumbar strain, but he fit right in with the big club this spring, both offensively and defensively.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 31

Red Sox's Alex Cora Hints At Promotions For Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer

While the Boston Red Sox's offense was struggling all weekend long, the team's top two prospects remaining in the minor leagues were enjoying an offensive explosion.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 29

Red Sox notes: Devers, Mayer, Fulmer

Rafael Devers’ position switch from third base to DH has been one of the offseason’s top subplots, as it dovetailed with Boston signing Alex Bregman to a three-year, $120M contract to become the club’s new everyday third baseman.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Red Sox Top Prospect Delivers Strongly Worded Message to Management

Going into 2025, no group of prospects has more hype than the "Big Three" for the Boston Red Sox. This group consists of Marcelo Mayer, Roman Anthony, and Kristian Campbell.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / February 27

This trio of prospects hint at a bright future for Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox drew attention during the offseason for their acquisitions in free agency and via trade. However, a trio of prospects are showing that the Red Sox have a bright future ahead.

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