The Boston Red Sox announced Roman Anthony news after his unexpected removal from the lineup.
Red Sox Announce Roman Anthony News After Unexpected Removal From Lineup originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Red Sox have been one of the American League’s hottest teams since the All-Star Break, winning eight of their last ten and riding a five-game streak heading into Monday’s matchup with the Kansas City Royals. The offense has surged recently, thanks in large part to the emergence of Roman Anthony.
Boston selected the 21-year-old rookie in the second round of the 2022 MLB Draft, and he’s quickly become one of the most productive hitters in baseball since his call-up in early June.
In 24 appearances during July, Anthony posted a .329 batting average and a .946 OPS, along with 11 extra-base hits and 12 RBIs, solidifying his role in the heart of the lineup.
Injury Scare for Red Sox as Roman Anthony Scratched From Lineup
Ahead of Monday’s series opener, Boston announced a lineup change, replacing Anthony in the three-hole with teammate Wilyer Abreu.
Moments later, the Red Sox announced that the outfielder had been scratched due to an mid-back tightness after leaving the field with a trainer during warmups.
"Roman Anthony was scratched due to mid-back tightness, the Red Sox announce."
Roman Anthony was scratched due to mid-back tightness, the Red Sox announce.
— Chris Cotillo (@ChrisCotillo) August 4, 2025
Boston’s Playoff Push Could Be Tested Without Anthony
The Red Sox flipped the script on their season in July. What had been growing concern over their playoff chances has now shifted to whether they can capture the AL East crown, trailing the Toronto Blue Jays by just three games.
Anthony has been the centerpiece of Boston’s offensive turnaround, and losing him for any extended period would be a major setback. In his absence, Abreu, Jarren Duran, and Ceddanne Rafaela are expected to see increased time in the outfield.
Anthony is under team control through the 2031 season, though he could become a free agent after 2030 if he wins American League Rookie of the Year.
If the injury is deemed serious, Boston may take a cautious approach with his return, mindful of his long-term importance to the organization.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Aug 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
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