As the Boston Red Sox conclude their regular season against the Tampa Bay Rays, questions linger about the future of star outfielder Rob Refsnyder, who hinted earlier this year that retirement might be on the horizon at age 33. With the Red Sox missing the playoffs and time passing, it now seems increasingly likely that Refsnyder will remain with the team. According to Mass Live, Refsnyder expressed gratitude for his time in Boston.
“I’ve been in talks with [Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow],” Refsnyder shared. “I’m not sure when the final decision needs to be made, but I love it here, I love Boston. If they pick up my option, I’d love to come back and hopefully see everyone in spring training. If they don’t, then I’ll explore other opportunities. But I love it here, especially the way the fans supported us, even when we were playing terribly. I think this is the best fan base, and I’m really lucky to be part of this organization.”
Refsnyder added, “Breslow is great at what he does, and I’m sure he’s weighing all the options. He’s a true professional, and hopefully, once the season wraps up, we’ll have more clarity.”
Last season, Refsnyder had a strong year, posting a .283 batting average with 11 home runs and 40 RBIs.
Red Sox’s Rob Refsnyder on how he feels heading into 10th season
In early September, Red Sox manager Alex Cora shifted Rob Refsnyder to the leadoff spot in an effort to boost the team’s productivity. As Refsnyder looks ahead to the next season, he shared his thoughts on his future.
“I’ll be 34 by spring training, and honestly, I could see myself playing for a few more years if the situation is right,” Refsnyder said. “Especially if it’s here in Boston. You saw the core we have this year — it’s a pretty solid group. I’m sure Bres [Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow] and the front office are motivated to improve, and we, as players, know we need to perform better.”
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