Red Sox’ Roman Anthony slumping at first-month marker; ‘I’m not hitting. It’s obvious, right?’
Roman Anthony is looking to bust out after a slow start to the season.
BOSTON — From top to bottom, most members of the Red Sox underachieved during the first month of the season, helping to explain the team’s hugely disappointing 12-19 start. But perhaps no one has failed to meet expectations like Roman Anthony, of whom much was forecast. Instead, Anthony went into the weekend with a .
209/. 339/. 232 slash line that in no way reflects what was projected for him.
After missing a handful of games due to lower back tightness , Anthony returned to the lineup Sunday in Baltimore, moved from leadoff to third in the order. To date, though, the results haven’t improved. “I’m not hitting,” said Anthony flatly.
“It’s early, but it’s obvious, right? It’s no secret. I’m just not where I want to be.