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Red Sox Offense Sags Without Roman Anthony as Abreu Nears Return

A sharp slide in plate discipline exposes a thin leadoff mix since the rookie hit the IL.

Overview

  • Boston is 4-6 since Anthony's oblique injury, averaging 4.1 runs per game with three one-run outputs in 10 contests.
  • The team’s OBP over the last 10 games is .296 with a 6.5% walk rate, reflecting more chases and fewer swings at strikes in the zone.
  • In Anthony’s absence, leadoff hitters have combined for a .227/.260/.409 line as Alex Cora has rotated Nate Eaton, Romy Gonzalez, Jarren Duran and Masataka Yoshida.
  • Alex Bregman’s September slump includes a .606 OPS, with the third baseman acknowledging mechanical issues he is working to correct.
  • Wilyer Abreu is expected back this week, a return Boston hopes can steady the order as internal adjustments continue.