In 2021, the Boston Red Sox owned the No. 4 overall pick in the MLB draft, the highest pick the organization possessed since 1967. The club used that coveted selection on the player who was rated the top prospect in that draft class by MLB Pipeline — Chula Vista, California, prep shortstop Marcelo Mayer.

BOSTON — The Red Sox and Dodgers game Sunday at Fenway Park will begin in a rain delay. A message on the ballpark Jumbotron says, “Today’s game will be delayed briefly due to weather in the area. Conditions are expected to improve this afternoon. Further updates will be provided when available.”