Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Ceddanne Rafaela is a 25-year-old center fielder for the Boston Red Sox who has been a bright spot in an otherwise slow start to the 2026 season. Through May, he's slashing .278/.345/.413 with 3 home runs, 16 RBI, 17 runs scored, and 2 stolen bases across 139 plate appearances. Recently dealt with mild hamstring soreness but remains available for games. He's shown strong performance in May with a .286 average (10-for-35) including 2 home runs and 2 stolen bases in 9 games. The Red Sox are keeping positional flexibility options open, with potential future use at second base. Rafaela is considered a buy-low candidate despite some statistical concerns, with potential for a 20-20 season if he stays healthy.
Strengths
- + Strong May performance (.286 average with 2 HR in 9 games)
- + Excellent defensive player in center field
- + Multi-hit games showing consistency (4 in last 9 games)
- + Power production with 3 home runs on the season
- + Speed element with 2 stolen bases
- + Positive team outlook with belief in playoff contention
- + Recent hot streak with 3-for-4 performance including 3-run home run
- + Career-high .736 OPS showing improvement
- + Versatility with potential infield eligibility at second base
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
Ceddanne Rafaela is a center fielder for the Boston Red Sox.
Player Overview
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Recent News
Ceddanne Rafaela: Returns to lineup Tuesday
May 19, 2026
Ceddanne Rafaela is hitting second on Tuesday against the Royals.
May 19, 2026
Ceddanne Rafaela: Out Monday with tight hammy
May 18, 2026
Red Sox vs. Tigers lineups, preview, and notes for May 5, 2026
May 18, 2026
Ceddanne Rafaela came off the bench to hit a two-run homer that propelled the Red Sox to a 3-1 win over the Phillies on Wednesday.
May 13, 2026