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- The Boston Red Sox finalized their Opening Day roster on March 23, 2026, optioning infielder Nate Eaton, catcher Mickey Gasper, and non-roster catcher Matt Thaiss to Triple-A Worcester.
- Catcher Connor Wong made the roster despite a .074 batting average in spring training, while utilityman Andruw Monasterio, who posted a .300 average, will add defensive versatility.
- The Red Sox seek improvement after last season's Wild Card loss and will start the regular season against the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday.
