BOSTON — Abraham Toro, who the Red Sox called up from Triple-A Worcester on Saturday, has seen hundreds of talented young players while appearing in 526 minor league games over nine seasons.

Boston Red Sox veteran Abraham Toro said he thinks prospect Roman Anthony is "the best minor league hitter" he's ever seen.

With widespread anticipation for the big league arrival of Roman Anthony, some have wondered whether the 20-year-old outfielder should see time at first base — a position where the Red Sox are thin — in order to open an additional pathway to the big leagues.