The Philadelphia Phillies got some power from some unexpected places during their spring training win over Boston.

Marcelo Mayer went 3-for-3 with an RBI triple and a two-run home run, Roman Anthony added the go-ahead double and the visiting Boston Red Sox hung on to beat the Detroit Tigers' split squad in spring training action Thursday in Lakeland,

Kristian Campbell, Marcelo Mayer and Roman Anthony could soon be fixtures in Boston's lineup -- and the test case for a groundbreaking approach at the plate.

Despite the 1 for 4 official stat line, Mayer did plenty of heavy lifting at the plate. He drove home an RBI drew a walk and hit a rope to the gap in left-center that likely would have dropped in for a base hit nine out of 10 times. Unfortunately for Mayer, Rays center fielder Chandler Simpson made a beautiful diving catch to rob Mayer.

A Boston Red Sox fan-favorite from the 2024 season is crushing the ball for the New York Yankees in Spring Training. Last August, the Red Sox disappointed many

After missing the playoffs for the third consecutive season, the Boston Red Sox have gone all-in this winter. Their starting rotation was upgraded with addition

Red Sox prospect Marcelo Mayer had a strong day at the plate on Thursday — going 3-for-3 with a home run, triple, and 3 RBI.

BREAKDOWN: The Sox were held to five hits, struck out 10 times, and were 1 for 5 with runners in scoring position. The run came in the ninth inning when Nate Eaton led off with a triple and scored on a two-out single to left field by .