With prized rookie Roman Anthony struggling at the plate since arriving in the majors, Red Sox manager Alex Cora figured some playful banter was in order Monday.

What will Boston Red Sox’ Roman Anthony do with first home run ball? The same thing he does with every milestone ball.

Roman Anthony left the yard for the first time of his Major League career Monday night. The Red Sox prospect hit his first career home run as Boston kicked off a three-game series against the Mariners in Seattle.