Roman Anthony has made an immediate impact since joining the Boston Red Sox, fulfilling the high expectations placed on him as baseball’s No. 1 prospect. With a batting average of .283, three home runs, and 22 RBIs following his standout performance against the Houston Astros on Monday, Anthony is quickly proving to be a key player for Boston.
His defensive skills in the outfield have been solid, and his batting prowess has earned him the role of leadoff hitter on most nights. The team‘s confidence in his abilities is growing as he continues to deliver consistent contributions at the plate.
Exclusive Statistical Company Shared with Juan Soto
Anthony’s impressive start has landed him in an elite statistical category, joining New York Mets star Juan Soto as the only players in the majors ranked in the 95th percentile for both hard-hit percentage and chase rate in the 2025 season. Analyst Mark DeRosa highlighted this rare achievement on <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/baseball/mlb/”>MLB Central, saying,
“Players to rank in 95th percentile in hard-hit percentage and chase percentage in 2025, there’s two of them. It’s Juan Soto and Roman Anthony.”
This distinction places Anthony alongside Soto, who is widely regarded as one of MLB’s top hitters, marking a significant milestone early in Anthony’s career. The rarity of this combination of hitting strength and plate discipline underscores Anthony’s potential to develop into a premier player.
Comparing Current Performances and Future Potential
While Soto currently sports a .251 batting average with 28 homers and 67 RBIs this season, Anthony remains early in his career trajectory. If Anthony continues to maintain high-quality contact and avoid chasing pitches outside the strike zone, his counting stats should improve, helping him reach his full potential with the Red Sox.
Boston aims to manage Anthony’s workload carefully to preserve his performance, although his quality play makes limiting his time difficult. The team looks forward to his continued contributions as they prepare to face the Houston Astros again at 8:10 p.m. ET Tuesday night, hoping Anthony’s form supports the Sox’s efforts to regain momentum.