It’s human nature to have different opinions about the same thing, and that is exactly what went down with the Boston Red Sox’s two players. Newly acquired third baseman Alex Bregman and first baseman Triston Casas had opposite things to say about Boston’s ‘Big 3’ prospects: Kristian Campbell, Roman Anthony, and Marcelo Mayer, who were invited to the Major League Spring Training with the Red Sox.

All three young players were in the top 12 of the 100 Top Prospects list for 2025. There is no denying that Boston has a great farm system. Still, Casas wasn’t sure that he would want these 3 on his team if it were up to him. In a recent interview, Triston Casas was asked if he were running the team, would he have Kristian Campbell, Roman Anthony, or Marcelo Mayer on the opening day roster, to which he replied, “No. I think we have some grown men up there right now.”

“I think their time is going to come. It could be earlier rather than later. But for right now, the roster is beautiful. It’s organized; it’s great,” Casas further noted. On the other hand, when star third baseman Alex Bregman was asked about the trio, he said, “They’re studs. They ask great questions. They want to learn.” 

“They want to be the best players in the world, and they’re really good … Looking forward to seeing all three of them be stars in the big leagues,” Bregman remarked, clearly excited for the young players to play in the Major League games. Nonetheless, it is not in the hands of both of these players but the management and ownership who will decide whether the trio is ready to get on the field or not.

The Boston Red Sox are entering 2025 with a wealth of talent in their pipeline  

The top three prospects—Anthony, Campbell, and Mayer—are pushing themselves toward major league readiness. Although positional fit will play a key role early in the year, it’s an enviable problem for the Red Sox to have. Jarren Duran, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Wilyer Abreu are expected to hold down the outfield, creating some competition for the trio.

Still, Anthony stands out as the best of the group, offering potential as a versatile player who could slot into various roles across the diamond. At just 20 years old, Anthony’s ability to play shortstop, second base, and center field, combined with his right-handed bat, could make him a valuable piece for Boston’s future. Campbell, at 22, is another intriguing player in the mix. His rise through the ranks has been impressive, with his ability to play multiple positions.

After spending time at multiple levels in 2024, including Triple-A, Campbell is well-positioned for a 2025 debut. The Red Sox, who selected him as a compensatory fourth-round pick in the 2023 Draft, could see Campbell develop into one of their best success stories in years. While Campbell’s path has been somewhat unconventional, Mayer’s journey has followed a more traditional route.

The No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 Draft, Mayer has been ranked among the top prospects in baseball ever since. Despite being sidelined by injuries in recent years, Mayer remains a top-tier talent, currently ranked 12th on MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 list.