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Roman Anthony’s WBC Form and Power Shift Raise Red Sox 2026 Stakes

Alex Cora touts the WBC as a growth opportunity beside MLB sluggers Aaron Judge, Kyle Schwarber.

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FORT MYERS, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 28: Roman Anthony #19 of the Boston Red Sox warms up in the on-deck circle during the first inning of a spring training game against the Minnesota Twins at JetBlue Park at Fenway South on February 28, 2026 in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images)
Mar 9, 2026; Houston, TX, United States; United States outfielder Roman Anthony (3) celebrates a home run in the third inning against Mexico at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Overview

  • ESPN’s Jeff Passan wrote that Anthony owns MVP-level upside and suggested Boston’s 2026 fortunes could hinge on his progression.
  • Playing for Team USA, Anthony has posted a .333 average and .474 OBP in 15 at-bats with one home run, six RBIs and two steals, per ClutchPoints.
  • Anthony is emphasizing more airborne contact for 2026, working to elevate the ball to convert his on-base skills into greater home-run production.
  • Cora said he was a “full yes” on Anthony joining the WBC, highlighting the value of learning from Judge and Schwarber as part of his development.
  • The 21-year-old delivered a 3.1 WAR with a .292/.396/.463 line in 71 rookie games last year and is under an eight-year, $130 million extension, with durability still a watch item after a late-season injury.