Red Sox Opening Day: High Hopes, Top Talent

On March 26th, the Boston Red Sox kickoff their 2026 season on Thursday against the Cincinnati

Reds at Great American Ballpark.

Coverage starts at 2.30 p.m. Eastern on NESN, with the roster now finalized and headlined

by pitcher Garrett Crochet and Outfielder Roman, Anthony.

Earlier this week, the team mocked in their opening day lineup, blending veterans and

rising stars.

Some predictions are buzzing for players like Anthony, who's tip to finish top 5 in American

League most valuable player voting, and Crochet.

Expected to snag the Si Young with a sharper earned run average, around 2.59 despite fewer

strikeouts.

Fans are fired up, channeling that classic opening day mix of hope and hype after building

serious depth in the Outfield and Infield.

Potoons a second base in versatile defenders like Marcelo Mayor are set to keep everyone

fresh through a grind of 162 games.

Recent moves signal big expectations.

With Outfielder Jaren Duran projected to boost his power and speed beyond last year's

16 homers, and 24 steals, while first baseman Wilson can tear his eyes, career highs and

homers, doubles, and runs batted in.

Overall, prognosticators see a 92 win, 70 loss record, Roman Anthony is both MVP and

top hitter, Crochet leading pitchers, and rookie.

Connolly early shining bright.

It shapes up as a thrilling run from the jump.

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