The Boston Red Sox face a pressing dilemma as their top prospects, Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer, inch closer to their MLB debuts. The potential for their arrival raises questions about the future of current starters, particularly first baseman Triston Casas. Despite showing promise, Casas is struggling significantly this season with a .185 average and a .594 OPS, which has left manager Alex Cora questioning his long-term viability as a starter. Recent reports suggest Casas could become a trade candidate if his performance does not improve.

Casas, who finished third in AL Rookie of the Year voting last season, has shown flashes of improvement, notably hitting two home runs in a recent series against the Seattle Mariners. However, inconsistency at the plate, coupled with a below-average fielding performance, places him under scrutiny. The Red Sox's dilemma is compounded by the fact that neither Anthony nor Mayer plays first base, leaving a gap in succession planning should they decide to deal Casas. Frustrations among fans are rising, yet some argue it may be premature to give up on the 25-year-old.