The Red Sox were well-represented on MLB Network’s Top 100 Players Right Now list.
Boston boasted five players: Garrett Crochet (No. 12) Roman Anthony (41), Jarren Duran (58), Ranger Suárez (79) and Aroldis Chapman (84).
Crochet made a big jump on the list after being ranked 56th going into the 2025 season. The left-hander had a brilliant season — his first as Boston’s ace — with an 18-5 record, 2.59 ERA and a league-leading 255 strikeouts.
Crochet was the American League Cy Young runner-up.
Chapman was also dominant for the Red Sox as their closer. The hard-throwing left-hander amassed 32 saves with a 1.17 ERA and 85 strikeouts.
Anthony made his long-awaited MLB debut in June. The outfielder, who was MLB’s top prospect, was limited to 71 games after a September oblique injury ended his season early. He finished with eight home runs, 32 RBI and a .463 slugging percentage.
Duran had a career-high 169 strikeouts, dealt with trade rumors at the deadline but still made an impact for Boston with his speed. The outfielder stole 24 bags and had 84 RBI.
Suárez joined the Red Sox as their first major league free agent this offseason when he signed a five-year, $130 million earlier this month. He’ll add some solid depth behind Crochet in the rotation. As a member of the Philadelphia Phillies in 2025, the left-hander compiled a 12-8 record with a 3.20 ERA and 151 strikeouts.