Red Sox Prospect Marcelo Mayer Makes MLB Debut at Fenway

Marcelo Mayer, the Boston Red Sox's top prospect, made his MLB debut on Saturday at Fenway Park in the second game of a doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles, filling in for the injured Alex Bregman. Despite a challenging debut where he went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, Mayer showed promise with his defense and composure. The call-up was sudden, following Bregman's placement on the injured list with a significant right quad strain earlier that day. Mayer's arrival was marked by a memorable mishap: he had lost his car keys weeks prior and had to rely on a team staffer for transportation to the ballpark. The 22-year-old, drafted fourth overall in 2021, shared the emotional moment with family and expressed determination to improve after his initial performance. His debut represents a crucial opportunity for the Red Sox as they adjust their infield lineup amid Bregman's absence.