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Healthy Trevor Story Urges Quick Call on Red Sox Infield Roles

The stance marks his expanded leadership role after key veteran departures.

Boston, MA - Aug. 18 - Trevor Story (10) of the Boston Red Sox throws to first base during the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park. (Photo By Matt Stone/Boston Herald)
Oct 2, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story (10) hits a single in the sixth inning against the New York Yankees during game three of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Entering spring in Fort Myers, Story asked for a timely decision at second and third base so the infield can build communication throughout camp.
  • The Red Sox are weighing Marcelo Mayer and Caleb Durbin at both spots, with Romy Gonzalez behind after a shoulder-related setback in his ramp-up.
  • Story, coming off 157 games in 2025, says he feels as strong as ever and resists extensive load management as he sets an availability standard for younger teammates.
  • Isiah Kiner-Falefa was added for a super-utility role and is expected to cover on Story’s rest days if needed.
  • Teammates have nicknamed Story “Unc,” and he laughed about winning a footrace as he embraced a veteran voice on a roster he believes is backed by a strengthened rotation featuring Garrett Crochet, Sonny Gray, Ranger Suárez and Brayan Bello.