Mayer, Campbell: Red Sox Opening Day Roster Set

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The Boston Red Sox are locking in their opening day roster, with just days to go.

Top prospect Marcelo Mayor got the news he's sticking with the Major League Club, and

will start at second base.

Meanwhile, fellow infielder, Christian Campbell, heads to triple A to open the season.

Last year, Campbell held down second base on opening day for Boston.

The 23-year-old, fourth-round pick, inked an eight-year, $60 million extension early

on, and earned American League rookie of the month.

Honors in April, but he hit a rough patch and got sent down in June.

Mayor saw his first big league action last season, mainly at third base.

The 21-first rounder from the fourth overall spot played 44 games before a wrist injury

sideline him.

Both showed promise, but batted around 0.225 with modest power numbers.

This spring, Campbell shifted to the outfield, opening pass for him and Mayor to share the

majors later without clashing positions.

Boston has infield depth with players like Caleb Durbin and Isaiah Kiner-Fileffa, ready

to slide around if needed.

Red Sox fans hope these young talents boost their offense soon, paving the way for a brighter

line up down the road as Mayor proves himself now, and Campbell sharpens up in the minors.