Marcelo Mayer Reflects on Triple A Debut After Strong Spring Training

Despite excelling in spring training, the Red Sox prospect begins the season in Worcester, aiming to refine his game and earn a major league spot.

Marcelo Mayer, a top Red Sox prospect, made his Triple A debut on March 28, 2025, starting at shortstop and hitting third in the lineup.
Mayer expressed disappointment at not making the major league roster despite a stellar spring training performance, where he hit .333 with a .983 OPS over 20 games.
Red Sox manager Alex Cora emphasized Mayer’s need for patience and further offensive improvement, citing lineup balance as a factor in the decision to assign him to Worcester.
In his debut, Mayer went 0 for 4 with two strikeouts as Worcester lost 4-3 to Syracuse, but he remains a key figure in the team’s developmental plans.
Cora compared Mayer’s situation to that of Roberto Alomar, underscoring that early career setbacks can be part of a successful trajectory in professional baseball.