US EditionRed Sox Send Campbell to Triple-A
- The Boston Red Sox optioned 22-year-old Kristian Campbell to Triple-A Worcester ahead of their Friday series at Oracle Park in San Francisco.
- Campbell's demotion followed a slump that began in early May after a strong April start fueled by his selection as the Opening Day starting second baseman.
- Despite slashing.301/.407/.495 with four homers and 12 RBIs in April, Campbell hit just.159 with 40 strikeouts and a.465 OPS since May 1 while his defense regressed substantially.
- Campbell posted a.330 average with 20 homers and a.997 OPS across three minor and major league levels in 2024 but had minus-14 defensive runs saved, ranking among MLB's worst fielders according to FanGraphs.
- The Red Sox will add Wilyer Abreu back from injury, using Campbell's demotion to adjust their roster as they chase a playoff spot behind the division-leading Yankees.
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Red Sox Make Consequential Decision on High-Ranking Prospect
A little more than two months after signing him to an eight-year, $60 million contract extension, and just seven weeks removed from seeing him collect the American League Rookie of the Month award for April, the Boston Red Sox are sending 22-year-old prospect Kristian Campbell back down to the minor leagues.Since sitting out three games […]
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