Red Sox Top Prospect Roman Anthony At Center of Trade Speculation Amid Roster Logjam
June 5, 2025 – Boston, MA — Boston Red Sox top prospect Roman Anthony continues to generate buzz across Major League Baseball, not only for his stellar play at Triple-A Worcester but also as trade rumors swirl with the midseason mark
approaching. While no official deal has been announced, industry insiders and fan speculation have surged, wondering if the rising star could be on the move to make room or bring in reinforcements for a playoff push.
Anthony, 20, has been lighting up Triple-A pitching over the past few weeks. Most recently, he turned heads by belting two home runs in a single game, one of which was a towering grand slam — the first of his professional career. His
power, poise at the plate, and rapidly improving defense have put pressure on the Red Sox front office to find a path for his promotion to the big-league roster.
However, Boston currently boasts a crowded outfield, with Jarren Duran, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Wilyer Abreu all playing significant roles and providing strong performances. That outfield trio, combined with the utility of Rob
Refsnyder and the return of Masataka Yoshida from injury, has made it difficult to carve out immediate playing time for Anthony at the major league level.
As a result, trade rumors have begun to circulate. Some analysts suggest that Anthony could be used as a high-value trade chip to bring in frontline pitching help or a middle-of-the-order bat. The Red Sox, currently in a
competitive but volatile AL East division, are reportedly exploring options to reinforce their rotation and bullpen ahead of the trade deadline.
Others argue that trading Anthony would be a short-sighted move. Ranked among MLB’s top 30 overall prospects, he’s widely seen as a potential franchise cornerstone, with comparisons being made to the early-career trajectories of players like Michael Harris II and Corbin Carroll. Many fans and evaluators believe that if Boston parts ways with Anthony, it would only be in exchange for a transformational return — such as a controllable ace or an All-Star-caliber player.
Despite the noise, Red Sox GM Craig Breslow and team president Sam Kennedy have offered no indication that a trade involving Anthony is imminent. “We’re excited about Roman’s development and the depth he adds to our future plans,” Breslow said in a recent interview. “We’re always evaluating how to put the best team on the field, but Roman is a big part of what we’re building.”
Until then, Anthony remains with Worcester, where he continues to make his case with every plate appearance. Whether he’s bound for Fenway Park or another MLB city, one thing is clear: Roman Anthony’s next move could help shape the Red Sox’s trajectory for years to come.
