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Red Sox Prospect Roman Anthony: A Superstar in the Making

Roman Anthony: The Next Star for the Boston Red Sox?
<h3>The Betting Angle: Is Anthony Worth a Futures Bet?</h3>
Anthony has skyrocketed up prospect rankings and could be a game-changer for the Boston Red Sox in 2025. He’s drawing comparisons to other young stars who made an immediate impact, and given his 18-homer performance in the minors, it’s no surprise that betting markets and fantasy managers are taking notice.
However, there’s one key issue: Playing time is uncertain. The Red Sox haven’t guaranteed him an Opening Day spot, meaning a patient approach might be needed for those investing in his potential.
For those betting on AL Rookie of the Year futures, Anthony is an intriguing long shot if he gets a clear path to everyday at-bats.
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<h3>Will He Start the Season in Boston?</h3>
Boston’s roster construction will determine whether Anthony begins the year in the majors or gets stashed in Triple-A for a few weeks. The main roadblocks to his playing time:
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Wilyer Abreu’s injury status – If he starts the season on the IL, Anthony could break camp with the team.
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Crowded outfield situation – With Ceddanne Rafaela, Masataka Yoshida, and Jarren Duran already in place, Anthony may need an injury or trade to secure a regular role.
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Potential DH platoon – If the Red Sox shift Rafael Devers to DH, it could open up playing time.
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If Anthony isn’t on the Opening Day roster, expect him to debut by June, making him a better long-term investment than an immediate impact player.
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<h3>Power Potential: What’s His Ceiling?</h3>
Anthony’s power has been on full display, and there’s reason to believe he could be a 25+ home run hitter once he gets consistent at-bats. His approach at the plate is advanced for his age, making him an intriguing player for both daily and season-long fantasy leagues.
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2024 Minor League Stats: .275 AVG, 18 HR, 75 RBI, 10 SB
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Projected 2025 (if given 500+ ABs): .265 AVG, 22-25 HR, 80+ RBI, 10 SB
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That kind of production would make him an instant impact bat in Boston’s lineup, especially in a hitter-friendly Fenway Park.
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<h3>Betting and Fantasy Value: Buy or Sell?</h3>
Anthony is a classic high-upside prospect with an unclear timeline. If he’s available in later rounds of fantasy drafts, he’s worth a stash. However, if he’s being drafted at his ceiling, there’s significant risk that he’ll need time to adjust to MLB pitching.
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Buying: If you believe he’ll force his way into an everyday role and deliver 20+ homers.
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Selling: If you think Boston will slow-play his development, making him more of a second-half impact player.
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For now, Anthony is one of the most exciting Red Sox prospects in recent memory. Whether he’s a betting value depends on how aggressively Boston promotes him—but once he’s up, he could be a difference-maker.
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