The Boston Red Sox had a sluggish start to the 2025 season, dropping four of their first five games. However, they rebounded with back-to-back wins over the Baltimore Orioles, securing their first series victory of the year. Now, the team is set to return to Boston for their home opener against the St. Louis Cardinals, and new third baseman Alex Bregman is eager for the occasion.
Bregman, like several of his teammates, struggled at the plate early on, but he played a key role in the Red Sox’s series-clinching win over the Orioles on Thursday. He went 3-for-5 with a home run, two doubles, three RBIs, and two runs scored. As he prepares for his first game at Fenway Park in a Red Sox uniform, his enthusiasm is sure to resonate with fans.
“It’s gonna be a blast. I can’t wait,” Bregman told Christopher Smith of MassLive. “I’m super excited—first and foremost—to see my wife and son tonight. I haven’t seen them in about a month and a half, so that’ll be great. And obviously, the ballpark tomorrow is gonna be rocking, so I can’t wait to get there.”
Bregman was Boston’s marquee free-agent signing this offseason, landing a massive three-year, $120 million contract. So far, he’s proving to be a game-changing addition, fitting in well with the lineup while providing steady defense at third base.
With Bregman and the rest of the Red Sox offense coming to life, the team is looking to live up to expectations as one of the league’s most exciting clubs. They’ll aim to build on their recent momentum as they take the field at Fenway Park on Friday afternoon against the Cardinals. First pitch is set for 2:10 p.m. ET.