Red Sox Star Joins Team USA's World Baseball Classic Roster
The Red Sox's Roman Anthony has been officially selected to represent Team USA in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. This announcement comes as a result of Arizona's Corbin Carroll's unfortunate injury, which will keep him sidelined for several weeks. Anthony, a talented outfielder, will step up to fill the void and join a star-studded lineup.
In an interview, Anthony expressed his excitement, stating, 'It's a dream come true. Getting that phone call was incredible, despite the unfortunate circumstances surrounding Carroll's injury. I'm hopeful for his recovery and thrilled to be part of this opportunity.'
News of Anthony's potential inclusion had been circulating since Carroll's injury, and he received the official confirmation from USA manager Mark DeRosa late Sunday night. Anthony described the moment as exhilarating, emphasizing the honor of being considered alongside such exceptional players.
Team USA boasts a remarkable lineup, featuring Aaron Judge, Bobby Witt Jr., Cal Raleigh, and Alex Bregman, among others. The pitching staff is equally impressive, led by Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes, both reigning Cy Young Award winners, and including Garrett Whitlock, Anthony's Red Sox teammate.
Anthony is eager to learn from the veterans and aims to contribute to the team's success. He particularly looks forward to playing alongside Bregman, who mentored him during his time with the Red Sox. Bregman reached out to check on Anthony's progress after the news broke.
While Anthony hasn't been informed of his specific role, it's known he'll primarily play left field. He will join Team USA in early March and prepare for their tournament opener against Brazil on March 6. This marks the 12th Red Sox player to commit to the WBC, joining a list of talented individuals, including Whitlock, Ranger Suarez, and Willson Contreras.
The World Baseball Classic promises to be an exciting event, showcasing the best talent from around the world. With Anthony's addition, Team USA's roster becomes even more formidable, leaving fans eager to see their performance on the international stage.
