Anthony's Sophomore Slump Deepens in Astros Loss

Roman Anthony, 21, entered the 2026 season after a dominant World Baseball Classic and a strong rookie campaign, but he has struggled in his first four games, going 1‑17 with 10 strikeouts. In Tuesday's 4‑game loss to the Houston Astros, he went 0‑4 with four strikeouts, his third four‑strikeout outing of the season, and is hitless in his last 14 at‑bats with nine strikeouts.

Despite the early promise, the Red Sox lineup is in a funk and Anthony's confidence may be shaken. The young leadoff hitter still has talent, and the team hopes he will find his rhythm as the season progresses.