Alex Cora Doesn't Commit To Lineup Spot For Slumping Red Sox Star
Could a lineup change be coming for Trevor Story?
Alex Cora Doesn't Commit To Lineup Spot For Slumping Red Sox Star originally appeared on NESN . Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Boston Red Sox have gotten off to a poor start this season, entering play on Monday with MLB's worst record at 2-7.
They've struggled in all phases of the game, especially at the plate. There were concerns about the Red Sox's lineup having enough firepower coming into the season, and so far, those concerns have proven correct . Boston is batting just .
226/. 297/. 372 while ranking 26th in runs per game.
Many Red Sox hitters are off to slow starts, particularly at the top of the lineup. Roman Anthony has slumped in the leadoff spot while Trevor Story has scuffled in the two hole , slashing just . 119/.