Marcelo Mayer Gets the Call as Roman Anthony Waits in the Wings
Marcelo Mayer, the Red Sox’s highly-touted shortstop prospect and former top draft pick, has officially made it to the majors. Though his debut may have been influenced by an unfortunate injury to Alex Bregman, the moment marks a major milestone in Mayer’s journey through the minor leagues. While he may not yet be locked into the starting lineup, his call-up signals that the organization sees him as part of its future.
<strong>One Call-Up, One Wait</strong>
While Mayer’s arrival was celebrated, it’s also brought renewed focus to Roman Anthony—another top Red Sox prospect and Mayer’s former minor league roommate. Anthony is currently the highest-ranked player in Boston’s farm system, yet he remains in Triple-A, despite an impressive run that continues to turn heads.
Anthony recently shared his thoughts on Mayer’s promotion, calling it a moment they used to dream about together. Though proud of his friend, his words carried a tone of quiet anticipation. For now, he’s still waiting, but the call-up conversation around him is only getting louder.
Roman Anthony on roommate Marcelo Mayer getting called up to the Red Sox.
“Something that we talked about so much every night, just kind of wondering when it was going to happen, so for it to happen … it’s awesome. It’s something I’ll never forget. So I was so proud of him.” pic.twitter.com/kM4kXNlZJ8
— Tommy Cassell (@tommycassell44) May 25, 2025
<strong>Anthony’s Case for the Majors</strong>
The 21-year-old outfielder has been on fire. He’s recorded hits in 13 of his last 15 games and has extended his on-base streak to 22 straight. Since early April, he’s reached base in 39 of 40 games, hitting .317 with 7 home runs and 21 RBIs. Those numbers suggest he’s more than ready for the majors.
Despite Mayer grabbing headlines, Anthony’s consistency and offensive production have kept him at the center of Red Sox fan discussions. Many believe it’s only a matter of time before he gets his shot, with Mayer’s call-up perhaps acting as the first domino.
<strong>Mayer’s Moment at Fenway</strong>
Mayer’s debut wasn’t picture-perfect—he went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in his first game—but he bounced back quickly. In Sunday’s 5-1 loss to the Orioles, he recorded the first two hits of his MLB career. The Fenway crowd gave him a warm welcome, and Mayer looked right at home, with his family in the stands to witness it.
His Triple-A stats supported the move—batting .271 with a .347 OBP, .471 slugging, 9 home runs, and 43 RBIs in 43 games. Though Bregman is expected to return eventually, Mayer’s current stint could evolve into something more permanent if he continues to impress.
<strong>The Future of the Red Sox Infield?</strong>
The Mayer-Anthony duo could be the next foundation of Boston’s lineup. While Mayer steps into the spotlight now, Anthony seems poised to follow. Both prospects have shown not just talent but maturity in how they’ve handled their respective paths.
Whether Mayer stays up for good or heads back when Bregman returns, and whether Anthony’s call comes next week or next month, one thing is clear: the Red Sox are building something exciting. And the youth movement is officially underway.