Red Sox Reveal Starting Lineup for Astros Series Opener
The Boston Red Sox unveiled a new lineup as they head to Houston. The move follows a 2-1 series loss to the Cincinnati Reds.
Boston’s lineup notes
Manager Alex Cora kept the same batting order he used against Rhett Lowder. The order mirrors Saturday’s approach and aims for consistency.
- Roman Anthony, LF — leads off after serving as the DH on Saturday.
- Trevor Story, SS — bats second.
- Jarren Duran, DH — returns to the designated hitter role.
- Willson Contreras, 1B — hits cleanup for the fourth straight game.
- Wilyer Abreu, RF — stays at No. 5 after two doubles and two homers in Cincinnati.
- Caleb Durbin, 3B — slots in at No. 6 despite a hitless series in Cincinnati.
- Marcelo Mayer, 2B — makes his third straight start at second and bats seventh.
- Carlos Narváez, C — returns to catch and bat eighth in Suarez’s debut.
- Ceddanne Rafaela, CF — the Gold Glove winner is back in center and bats ninth.
Pitching matchup and game details
Ranger Suarez will make his Red Sox debut Monday night. He faces Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr.
The opening game begins at 8:10 p.m. ET on NESN. It starts the three-game set in Houston.
Astros lineup update
Houston will be without All-Star shortstop Jeremy Peña. He broke his finger during an exhibition outing before the World Baseball Classic.
Peña will miss his third game of the young season. The Astros will adjust their infield alignment accordingly.
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