Where should Red Sox infielder Marcelo Mayer play?

"With all the infield rumors swirling and the Red Sox third base situation thrown in flux in the aftermath of Alex Bregman signing with the Cubs, Marcello Mayer's role grows more interesting. He's never played more than 91 games in a season, but boy does he look the part defensively whether you play him at short, second, or third. So it raises the question: is there a position you'd rather see Marcelo Mayer at defensively going forward?"

"Or is his greatest value to the team right now his versatility in being able to move all over the infield? The second option, which feels like what's happening, ultimately gives the front office more latitude in their quest for a right-handed bat, but before that happens, I'm curious what the community thinks in terms of where he plays best, even through just the eye test."

Alex Bregman's signing with the Cubs has left the Red Sox third base picture unsettled, increasing interest in Marcelo Mayer's defensive role. Mayer has never played more than 91 games in a season but projects well defensively at shortstop, second base, and third base. Mayer's ability to handle multiple infield positions provides roster flexibility and could enable the front office to pursue a right-handed bat. The question remains whether Mayer should be developed at a single primary position or used as a versatile infielder. The roster decisions intersect with other moves, including Ranger Suárez's signing, free-agent rumors, and trade possibilities.

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