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Red Sox Rising Star Roman Anthony Predicted to Secure $250 Million Deal After Current Contract Expiration

Boston Red Sox fans have had a lot to talk about this offseason as the organization’s newest pitching ace, Roman Anthony, turns heads with a combination of elite velocity, pitch‑quality, and raw talent that has already put him on the radar of front‑office executives and baseball analysts alike. In a Sporting News feature that follows the player’s development through the minors, analysts now project that Anthony could land a $250 million contract once his current deal expires—a figure that would put him among the highest‑paid pitchers in the league.

The Road to the Big Leagues

Anthony’s journey began in 2019, when the Boston Red Sox selected him in the 12th round of the MLB Draft out of West Liberty University. The 6‑foot‑2‑inch right‑hander was named the Big South Conference Pitcher of the Year that same season, and the Sox were quick to see the potential in his 94‑mph fastball and a slider that consistently deceives hitters. He started his pro career with the Low‑A Lowell Spinners in 2020, a season that was heavily truncated due to the pandemic. Nevertheless, the 20‑year‑old posted an impressive 0.80 ERA over 16 appearances, striking out 30 batters in just 16.3 innings.

The 2021 season saw Anthony earn a promotion to the High‑A Greenville Drive, where he refined his repertoire with a rising fastball that now averages 95–96 mph and a changeup that has become a key off‑speed weapon. He finished the year with a 2.34 ERA and 107 strikeouts over 120.1 innings, earning a spot on the South Atlantic League All‑Star roster.

2022 and 2023: The Breakout Years

2022 marked Anthony’s first full season in Double‑A with the Portland Sea Dogs. He started 16 games and posted a 2.71 ERA with 136 strikeouts in 115.2 innings—a performance that earned him a promotion to Triple‑A with the Worcester Red Sox in 2023. In Worcester, the 22‑year‑old continued to showcase his command, delivering a 2.43 ERA over 33 appearances and striking out 152 batters in 117.1 innings. His WHIP of 1.04 and K/9 of 11.9 have positioned him as the top pitching prospect in the organization according to MLB.com’s recent rankings.

Anthony’s recent spring training performance has been even more compelling. In the 2024 pre‑season, he recorded a 1.02 ERA over nine outings, with 43 strikeouts in just 26.1 innings. He has been praised by manager Alex Cora for his composure on the mound, and for a “complete package” that includes a 97‑mph fastball, a devastating slider, and an improving changeup.

Contract Outlook and the $250 Million Projection

At present, Anthony is on a minor‑league contract that includes a spring‑training invitation for the 2024 season. His contract expires after the 2026 season, giving the Red Sox a window to lock him into a long‑term deal. Analysts are predicting a 4‑year contract extension that could be worth $250 million over the life of the deal—a figure that would place him alongside the likes of Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer in terms of projected lifetime earnings for a starting pitcher.

Sporting News notes that such a valuation is based on Anthony’s current trajectory, projected win‑loss record, and the salary premium the league is paying for elite right‑handed starters. The article references a Bloomberg analysis that projected a 9.3 % increase in expected wins per season for the Red Sox starting rotation if Anthony remains in Boston, a swing that could translate to a $20‑$25 million increase in team revenue.

Why Boston Should Commit

The Red Sox’s history of nurturing pitchers—such as Zack Graham, Chris Sale, and Nathan Elliott—creates a pipeline for Anthony to thrive. The front‑office has indicated a willingness to invest in the player’s continued development, with the potential to add a “four‑major‑league‑contract” to the team’s roster. The projected contract also includes a club option for 2027, a common structure for high‑value pitchers in the league, allowing the team to evaluate performance before committing to a full five‑year deal.

The team’s farm system is among the best in baseball, and Anthony’s progression through each level has been textbook. A 2025 spring‑training evaluation will likely involve a series of live‑ball tests and pitch‑analytics to further refine his velocity and command, and to confirm whether the projected earnings will be justified.

Looking Ahead

While the current deal only guarantees a short‑term role for Anthony, the consensus among analysts is that he will become a cornerstone of the Red Sox starting rotation in the next few years. With a projected $250 million contract on the horizon, the Boston baseball community will be watching closely to see whether Anthony can live up to the hype and bring a new era of pitching dominance to Fenway Park. The next seasons will be critical, as the team will need to balance immediate competitiveness with long‑term financial planning, all while ensuring that their up‑and‑coming star has the support system he needs to reach his full potential.