The Red Sox are leaning toward going with Bradley as their primary center fielder in 2016, MLB.com reports.

The Red Sox are leaning toward going with Bradley as their primary center fielder in 2016, MLB.com reports.

Analysis:

Mookie Betts got better as the season progressed and proved to be a capable center fielder in 2015, but manager John Farrell rightfully acknowledged that Bradley "is the best defensive outfielder" on the team. Betts is expected to move to right, but of course, Bradley will need to continue to hit to maintain a starting role throughout the year. The 25-year-old surprised a lot of people in that regard last season, batting .249/.335/.498 with 10 homers in 74 games with Boston.