Boston Red Sox Roster
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Inside the 2026 Red Sox active roster
Few experiences in sports rival watching a game at Fenway Park, but to truly appreciate the action in front of the Green Monster, you need to know who is taking the field. The 2026 Boston Red Sox roster features a completely revamped starting rotation and an exciting youth movement in the lineup.
Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow and the front office were incredibly busy during the offseason. They made several blockbuster trades and free-agent signings to bring a winning product back to Boston.
I put together this guide to help members of Red Sox Nation keep track of the current 26-man squad. Check out the active roster and coaching personnel below so you’re ready for every pitch this season.
MLB - Boston Red Sox Roster
| Player | Position | Height | Weight | Age | Birth place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pitchers | |||||
Jack Anderson | RP | 6' 3" | 197 lbs | 26 | Tampa, FL |
Brayan Bello | SP | 6' 1" | 195 lbs | 26 | Santa Barbara de Samana, Dominican Republic |
Aroldis Chapman | RP | 6' 4" | 235 lbs | 38 | Holguin, Cuba |
Danny Coulombe | RP | 5' 10" | 190 lbs | 36 | St. Louis, MO |
Garrett Crochet | SP | 6' 6" | 245 lbs | 26 | Ocean Springs, MS |
Connelly Early | SP | 6' 3" | 195 lbs | 24 | Midlothian, VA |
Sonny Gray | SP | 5' 10" | 190 lbs | 36 | Smyrna, TN |
Zack Kelly | RP | 6' 3" | 231 lbs | 31 | Roanoke, VA |
Jovani Moran | RP | 6' 1" | 167 lbs | 28 | Mayagüez, Puerto Rico |
Ranger Suarez | SP | 6' 1" | 217 lbs | 30 | Carora, Venezuela |
Ryan Watson | RP | 6' 5" | 225 lbs | 28 | Auburn, AL |
Greg Weissert | RP | 6' 2" | 235 lbs | 31 | Bay Shore, NY |
Garrett Whitlock | RP | 6' 5" | 222 lbs | 29 | Snellville, GA |
Catchers | |||||
Carlos Narvaez | C | 5' 11" | 190 lbs | 27 | Maracay, Venezuela |
Connor Wong | C | 5' 10" | 190 lbs | 29 | Houston, TX |
Infielders | |||||
Willson Contreras | 1B | 6' 0" | 240 lbs | 33 | Puerto Cabello, Venezuela |
Caleb Durbin | 3B | 5' 6" | 183 lbs | 26 | Lake Forest, IL |
Isiah Kiner-Falefa | SS | 5' 10" | 195 lbs | 31 | Honolulu, HI |
Marcelo Mayer | 3B | 6' 3" | 188 lbs | 23 | Chula Vista, CA |
Andruw Monasterio | SS | 5' 11" | 195 lbs | 28 | Caracas, Venezuela |
Trevor Story | SS | 6' 1" | 209 lbs | 33 | Irving, TX |
Outfielders | |||||
Wilyer Abreu | RF | 5' 10" | 215 lbs | 26 | Maracaibo, Venezuela |
Roman Anthony | RF | 6' 3" | 200 lbs | 21 | West Palm Beach, FL |
Jarren Duran | LF | 6' 0" | 205 lbs | 29 | Corona, CA |
Ceddanne Rafaela | CF | 5' 10" | 165 lbs | 25 | Willemstad, Curacao |
Masataka Yoshida | LF | 5' 8" | 192 lbs | 32 | Fukui, Japan |
Top Red Sox players to watch
Offensively, Boston’s success is currently riding on a dynamic young core. Top prospect Roman Anthony is viewed as the anchor of the lineup, possessing the raw talent to be the team’s best overall hitter as he settles into the big leagues. Surrounding him, blazing-fast sparkplug Jarren Duran continues to be a game-changing leadoff threat, while Wilyer Abreu has been one of the team’s hottest bats, consistently flashing serious power.
The front office spent the winter overhauling the starting rotation. Blockbuster free-agent signing Ranger Suárez and veteran trade acquisition Sonny Gray now headline the pitching staff. When it’s time to slam the door in the ninth inning, the team hands the ball to veteran flamethrower Aroldis Chapman.
Current Red Sox injury report
MLB - Boston Red Sox Injury Report
| Player | Status | Expected return | Injury | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sonny Gray | 15-day IL | Early May | Right Hamstring (Strain) | Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Thursday that the MRI on Gray's right hamstring did not reveal anything worse than expected, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports. |
Roman Anthony | day-to-day | April 24 | Back (Soreness) | Red Sox manager Alex Cora said in an interview on the WEEI Sports Radio Network that Anthony (back) will remain out of the lineup Thursday against the Yankees. |
Triston Casas | 60-day IL | Early June | Left Abdomen (Strain) | The Red Sox transferred Casas (abdomen/knee) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Wednesday. |
Kutter Crawford | 15-day IL | Mid-May | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Crawford has been diagnosed with inflammation in his right elbow following an MRI, Tim Healey of The Boston Globe reports. |
Patrick Sandoval | 15-day IL | Early May | Left Biceps (Soreness) | Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Monday that Sandoval isn't expected to require further imaging on his left biceps and will likely resume throwing after a few days of rest, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports. |
Justin Slaten | 15-day IL | April 24 | Right Oblique (Strain) | Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters that Slaten (oblique) played catch Friday and Saturday, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports. |
Johan Oviedo | 60-day IL | Mid-June | Right Elbow (Strain) | The Red Sox transferred Oviedo (elbow) to the 60-day injured list Tuesday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports. |
Brendan Rodgers | Out | February | Right Shoulder (Surgery) | Rodgers (shoulder) re-signed Friday with the Red Sox on a two-year, minor-league contract, Chris Hatfield of SoxProspects.com reports. |
Hobie Harris | day-to-day | Early June | Right Forearm (Soreness) | Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Monday that Harris has been shut down due to forearm tightness, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports. |
Romy Gonzalez | 60-day IL | Late May | Left Shoulder (Surgery) | Gonzalez will have his left shoulder injury evaluated Tuesday to determine whether he needs to undergo surgery, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports. |
Tanner Houck | 60-day IL | February | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Houck (elbow) began a throwing program Monday with 25 throws from 45 feet, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports. |
Boston Red Sox coaching staff
- Manager: Alex Cora
- Bench Coach: Ramón Vázquez
- Pitching Coach: Andrew Bailey
- Hitting Coach: Peter Fatse
- First Base Coach: José Flores
- Third Base Coach: Kyle Hudson
- Bullpen Coach: Chris Holt
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Boston Red Sox roster FAQ
Who's the manager of the Red Sox?
Alex Cora is the manager of the Boston Red Sox. He's currently in the sixth season of his second stint as the club's skipper.
Who's the highest-paid player on the Red Sox?
Starting pitcher Ranger Suárez became one of the highest-paid players on the team when he signed a massive five-year, $150 million contract in January 2026.
What's the average age of the Red Sox roster?
According to ESPN's roster analysis, the average age of the Boston Red Sox squad is 28.9 years old. The team relies on a core of veterans while integrating young, highly ranked call-ups.
What are the Red Sox's minor league affiliates?
The Boston Red Sox farm system consists of four primary minor league affiliates. Prospects develop their skills by climbing the ranks through the Salem RidgeYaks (Single-A), Greenville Drive (High-A), Portland Sea Dogs (Double-A), and the Worcester Red Sox (Triple-A).
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