Brayan Bello, 24, signed a $55 million contract earlier this month and will be Boston’s youngest Opening Day since Aaron Sele in 1995.

Kenley Jansen was held out of Monday’s game with back stiffness, but is set to throw Tuesday. ‘It needs to happen,’ says Manager Alex Cora.

Lucas Giolito was able to avoid ligament replacement surgery, which he had on Aug. 31, 2012.

Rafaela has three home runs this spring and is battling to be Boston’s starting center fielder.

The surgery could be season-ending for Giolito, who was signed by Boston as a free agent this winter.

Boston’s newest starting pitcher will miss significant time, and possibly be out until next season if he needs Tommy John surgery.

Cron was an All-Star in 2022, but played just 71 games last season when he was hampered by back issues.

Grissom, acquired in the Chris Sale trade this offseason, is out with a left groin strain.

Commentary: There’s more energy, pitchers like the new plan, Roman Anthony is impressive, and good things are ahead for Rafael Devers.