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Predicting the Boston Red Sox 2016 Opening Day Roster

By Nick Fustor

May 5, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz (34) congratulates center fielder Mookie Betts (50) on hitting his second home run of the game during the eighth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports
May 5, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz (34) congratulates center fielder Mookie Betts (50) on hitting his second home run of the game during the eighth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports /
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A mix of veteran talent and youth could propel the Red Sox to the top of the AL East.  Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports
A mix of veteran talent and youth could propel the Red Sox to the top of the AL East.  Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports /

Despite another last place finish in 2015, the Boston Red Sox have a lot to look forward to in coming seasons with the emergence of Mookie Betts and the acquisition of David Price. A strong finish to the season left the Sox with one of the better lineups in baseball, and bounceback seasons from Pablo Sandoval and Hanley Ramirez could be a major boost for the team as a whole.

Entering spring training, Boston’s roster is virtually set in stone – but there are still questions surrounding who will win the job as backup catcher and the last few bullpen spots.  Here’s our predictions for which 25 players will make the Red Sox roster come Opening Day.

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