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David Ortiz Hails Rookie Roman Anthony as Franchise Future
11/15/2025
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- David Ortiz, a three-time World Series champion, praised Boston Red Sox rookie Roman Anthony at a charity golf tournament, calling him a potential 'face of the franchise'.
- Anthony finished third in AL Rookie of the Year voting and signed an eight-year, $130 million contract.
- Ortiz said the deal would let Anthony focus on his game after a season-ending oblique strain, with a .292 batting average and 32 RBIs in 71 games.
