Marcelo Mayer - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Ranger Suarez takes no-hitter into 7th inning as Red Sox top Mariners 6-2

Ranger Suarez carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning and the Boston Red Sox beat the Seattle Mariners 6-2

3 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Sox continue infield shuffle as IKF sits (forearm inflammation), Mayer returns SEATTLE – The Red Sox had to mix around their lineup a couple times ahead of their series opener against the Mariners on Friday, with both M...

6 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Late addition to lineup Mayer (illness) will start at shortstop and bat seventh Friday against the Mariners, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Mayer was originally left out of the starting nine because of an illness, but he now appears to be feeling better and will get the nod at shortstop, replacing Isiah Kiner-Falefa (forearm). Mayer's struggles at the plate have continued into June, as he's slashing .172/.265/.310 across 34 plate appearances since the beginning of the month.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sitting with illness Mayer isn't in the lineup for Friday's game against the Mariners due to an illness,Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

Impact After sitting out Thursday's finale against Toronto, Mayer will miss a second consecutive start Friday while he recovers from his illness. Andruw Monasterio will take over as Boston's second baseman and bat ninth.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out of lineup Thursday Mayer is not in the lineup for Thursday's game versus the Blue Jays.

Impact Mayer started each of the previous five contests, but he'll get a breather during Thursday's afternoon tilt. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will occupy shortstop for the Red Sox.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marcelo Mayer's leaping grab | 06/17/2026 Marcelo Mayer makes a leaping snag at shortstop, ending the top of the 4th inning

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Back in Boston lineup Friday Mayer (back/neck) will start at shortstop and bat eighth in Friday's game versus the Rangers.

Impact Mayer was held out of Wednesday's lineup versus the Rays due to back and neck stiffness, but he's feeling better after a team off day Thursday and will give it a go in Friday's series opener. The 23-year-old is sitting on a .600 OPS with three home runs and three stolen bases this season.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Marcelo Mayer not in Red Sox lineup after waking up with neck and back spasms Shortstop Marcelo Mayer is not in the Red Sox lineup against the Rays on Wednesday after “he woke with some neck and back spasms,” interim m...

JUNE 10 • MASSLIVE.COM

Held out with back/neck stiffness Mayer is absent from Wednesday's lineup versus the Rays due to back and neck stiffness, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy is hopeful that Mayer will be available to pinch hit. However, with a team off day looming Thursday, the club could elect to stay away from Mayer with the goal of returning him to the lineup Friday when the Red Sox begin a homestand against the Rangers.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Out of lineup Wednesday Mayer is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest in Tampa Bay.

Impact It's a rare day off against a right-hander for the left-handed-hitting Mayer, as the Rays are sending Drew Rasmussen to the bump. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will handle shortstop for the Red Sox, and Andruw Monasterio will be at second base.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Marcelo Mayer trade confusion might've stemmed from report about Red Sox ownership The Boston Red Sox seemingly can't go more than a few weeks without some drama or rumors escaping the front office. Within the last two week...

JUNE 10 • BOSOXINJECTION.COM

Comeback attempt not enough for Red Sox as struggles compound ST. PETERSBURG -- A late-inning comeback victory is going to happen for the Red Sox at some point. It has to, right? You had the feeling it...

JUNE 10 • MLB.COM

Nick Martinez goes 7 innings, Ben Williamson and Nick Fortes hit RBI doubles, Rays beat Red Sox 4-3

Nick Martinez gave up six hits over seven innings, Ben Williamson and Nick Fortes hit RBI doubles, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3

JUNE 10 • Associated Press

Drives in two runs Tuesday Mayer went 1-for-3 with a two-run double during Boston's 4-3 loss to Tampa Bay on Tuesday.

Impact Mayer brought the Red Sox to within one run after his groundball in the eighth inning ricocheted off first base, resulting in a double that brought home both Caleb Durbin and Isiah Kiner-Falefa. Mayer has had an up-and-down season at the plate but has gone 2-for-5 with a home run and three RBI through the first two games of the series against the Rays.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Marcelo Mayer's two-run double | 06/09/2026 The Official Site of Major League Baseball

JUNE 10 • MLB.COM

Red Sox trade proposal moves Marcelo Mayer for $105 million disgruntled superstar | Sporting News Should Boston do this?

JUNE 9 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Díaz hits leadoff homer and Aranda delivers go-ahead single to lift Rays over Red Sox 3-1

Yandy Díaz hit a leadoff homer and drove in two runs as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 3-1

JUNE 9 • Associated Press

Mayer ends his HR drought for sputtering Sox offense ST. PETERSBURG – A game-tying solo homer by the slumping Marcelo Mayer in the third inning offered hope that Monday could be a night for the...

JUNE 9 • MLB.COM

Ian Seymour In play, run(s) to Marcelo Mayer | 06/08/2026 Ian Seymour In play, run(s) to Marcelo Mayer

JUNE 8 • MLB.COM

Taking seat Friday Mayer is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Yankees, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

Impact With Mayer getting the night off from the starting nine, Isiah Kiner-Falefa is making the start at shortstop and batting sixth. Mayer is slashing an underwhelming .222/.283/.296 with two homers, 14 RBI, 16 runs scored, three stolen bases and a 12:32 BB:K across 181 plate appearances this season.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

It might be time for Red Sox fans to have uncomfortable Marcelo Mayer conversation May 24 has been a momentous day in Marcelo Mayer's career. In 2025, Mayer made his MLB debut on May 24, and on that date in 2026, he made hi...

JUNE 4 • BOSOXINJECTION.COM

Franklin Arias' rise could pair perfectly with Marcelo Mayer in Boston | Sporting News While Mayer is the future for one middle infield spot, Arias could take the other any day now.

JUNE 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pete Alonso homers and Shane Baz works 7 innings as Orioles beat Red Sox 4-2

Pete Alonso hit a two-run homer and Shane Baz pitched seven solid innings as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2

JUNE 3 • Associated Press

Marcelo Mayer's sacrifice fly | 06/02/2026 The Official Site of Major League Baseball

JUNE 3 • MLB.COM

Tanner Bibee Sets Franchise Record For Longest Season-Opening Win Drought

Cleveland pitcher Tanner Bibee had a front row seat as the bullpen had one of its worst innings of the year as Boston rallied for a 9-4 win.

JUNE 1 • FOX SPORTS

MARCELO MAYER NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

INJURIES

Ranger Suarez takes no-hitter into 7th inning as Red Sox top Mariners 6-2

Nick Martinez goes 7 innings, Ben Williamson and Nick Fortes hit RBI doubles, Rays beat Red Sox 4-3

Díaz hits leadoff homer and Aranda delivers go-ahead single to lift Rays over Red Sox 3-1

Pete Alonso homers and Shane Baz works 7 innings as Orioles beat Red Sox 4-2

Tanner Bibee Sets Franchise Record For Longest Season-Opening Win Drought