Red Sox's Roman Anthony Praised as Best Minor League Hitter

Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony, just 20 years old, is drawing widespread acclaim as one of baseball's top minor league prospects, currently ranked No. 1 by MLB Pipeline. Anthony is praised by both fellow prospects and MLB veterans; Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone called Anthony the best in the minors, while Red Sox infielder Abraham Toro described him as the best minor league hitter he’s ever seen, citing Anthony's rare opposite-field power and plate discipline. Anthony boasts a .305/.419/.514 slash line at Triple-A Worcester this season, with scouts and teammates noting his maturity and advanced approach at the plate. Drafted in the supplemental second round in 2022, Anthony has rapidly advanced through the Red Sox system, overcoming early concerns about his swing-and-miss tendencies. His combination of power, patience, and all-fields hitting has led to speculation that he could soon be promoted to the major leagues. Anthony’s development is being closely watched, with expectations that he could make a significant impact for the Red Sox as early as this summer.