Marcelo Mayer Expected to See More At-Bats Against Lefties
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said at Fenway Fest last month that he "envisions more playing time against lefties" for infielder Marcelo Mayer, which indicates more of a full-time role instead of a platoon, according to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic. The departure of Alex Bregman in free agency left a gaping hole at third base this offseason. Mayer is expected to see most of the playing time at the hot corner, although it's unclear how Wednesday's addition of Isiah Kiner-Falefa will change the dynamic. Boston also has infielders Romy Gonzalez, David Hamilton, and Nick Sogard in the mix, as well as Nate Eaton and Kristian Campbell. The 23-year-old Mayer, who hits left-handed, only had 27 plate appearances against southpaws in 2025 and posted an ugly .416 OPS against them. Mayer struggled in his rookie campaign, striking out 30% of the time while walking at a 5.9% clip. If he struggles against lefties, Kiner-Falefa could take over the short side of a platoon at third in Beantown.
Source: The Athletic - Jen McCaffrey
Source: The Athletic - Jen McCaffrey
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