Future Hall of Famer Carl Yastrzemski made his major league debut on Opening Day, April 11.
On June 30, Wilbur Wood made his major league baseball debut with the Red Sox.
In a game against the Cleveland Indians, Wood pitched 4 innings, allowed 3 hits, and 2 earned runs.
[2] On October 1, in a game against the New York Yankees, Red Sox pitcher Tracy Stallard gave up Roger Maris' 61st home run of the season, breaking Babe Ruth's record for most home runs in a season.
Infielders Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.