"Mickey Gasper and infielder/outfielder were optioned to minor league camp, while non-roster catcher Matt Thaiss was reassigned to minor league camp, heading to Triple-A Worcester as catching depth."
"Monasterio tops Eaton and Gasper for a bench spot after a strong spring showing: .300/.383/.425 in 47 plate appearances, providing the Sox with a right-handed bat with experience across all four infield positions."
"Ryan Watson, selected out of the Giants organization in December's Rule 5 Draft, has made the team after posting 50 2/3 innings with a 4.26 ERA in the Pacific Coast League last year."
The Red Sox have made several roster moves as they finalize their Opening Day lineup. Catcher/infielder Mickey Gasper and infielder/outfielder were optioned to minor league camp, while non-roster catcher Matt Thaiss was reassigned. Connor Wong, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Andruw Monasterio, and Masataka Yoshida will comprise the bench. Monasterio earned his spot with a strong spring performance. On the pitching side, Ryan Watson has made the team, while Tyler Samaniego has been optioned to Triple-A.
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