Red Sox’s Roster Set Barring ‘Unexpected Opportunity’: Red Sox Announce Major Lineup Update After Rafael Devers News….
The Boston Red Sox have announced that their roster is set, barring any “unexpected opportunities” that may arise before the start of the season. This news comes on the heels of the team’s announcement that they have signed star third baseman Rafael Devers to a massive 11-year, $331 million contract extension.
The Devers Deal
The Devers contract extension is a significant development for the Red Sox, as it ensures that one of the team’s core players will remain in Boston for the foreseeable future. Devers, who is just 26 years old, has already established himself as one of the top third basemen in the American League, and his presence in the lineup will be a key factor in the team’s success this season.
Roster Set
With Devers’ contract extension in place, the Red Sox have announced that their roster is essentially set for the start of the season. This means that the team will be relying on their current group of players to make a push for the playoffs in 2025.
“We’re excited about the roster we’ve assembled,” said Red Sox General Manager Brian O’Halloran. “We feel like we have a good mix of veteran players and young talent, and we’re looking forward to seeing how everything comes together this season.”
Lineup Update
The Red Sox have also announced a major lineup update, with several players shifting positions in an effort to optimize the team’s offense. Here is the team’s projected lineup for the start of the season:
– 1. Enrique Hernandez – CF
– 2. Rafael Devers – 3B
– 3. J.D. Martinez – DH
– 4. Justin Turner – 1B
– 5. Alex Verdugo – RF
– 6. Trevor Story – 2B
– 7. Christian Arroyo – SS
– 8. Reese McGuire – C
– 9. Jarren Duran – LF
Pitching Staff
The Red Sox pitching staff is also taking shape, with several key players returning from last season’s roster. Here is the team’s projected pitching rotation for the start of the season:
– 1. Chris Sale – LHP
– 2. Nick Pivetta – RHP
– 3. Tanner Houck – RHP
– 4. Garrett Whitlock – RHP
– 5. Brayan Bello – RHP
Bullpen
The Red Sox bullpen is also looking strong, with several key players returning from last season’s roster. Here are the team’s projected bullpen arms for the start of the season:
– Matt Barnes – RHP
– John Schreiber – RHP
– Ryan Brasier – RHP
– Hirokazu Sawamura – RHP
– Joely Rodriguez – LHP
Conclusion
The Boston Red Sox have announced that their roster is set, barring any “unexpected opportunities” that may arise before the start of the season. With Rafael Devers’ contract extension in place, the team is looking forward to a strong season in 2025. The Red Sox have a talented roster and a deep pitching staff, and they will be looking to make a push for the playoffs this season.
*References:*
[1] ESPN, “Red Sox sign Rafael Devers to 11-year, $331 million contract extension”
[2] Boston Globe, “Red Sox announce roster is set, pending ‘unexpected opportunities'”
[3] (link unavailable), “Red Sox reveal projected lineup, pitching rotation”
[4] NESN, “Red Sox’ Rafael Devers excited for new season after contract extension”
[5] CBS Sports, “Red Sox’ roster outlook: Who’s in, who’s out, and what’s next?”
