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Red Sox consider promoting top prospect Franklin Arias to majors soon

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:33 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Red Sox consider promoting top prospect Franklin Arias to majors soon
Summary

The Boston Red Sox may promote shortstop Franklin Arias, their No. 1 prospect, to the majors during the current season. Arias has performed well at Triple-A Worcester, hitting.326 with three home runs and 12 RBIs in 10 games. Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow mentioned the possibility of Arias making the jump, while interim manager Chad Tracy praised his physical and mental abilities. The Red Sox are currently on an eight-game winning streak, pushing for a playoff spot, and have a number of injured infielders, which may create an opportunity for Arias soon.

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Status Watch
  • •Franklin Arias is the Red Sox's top prospect, ranked No. 7 overall.
  • •He has recently excelled in Triple-A with a.981 OPS.
  • •The Red Sox are currently on an eight-game winning streak.
  • •Arias has gained experience at second base in Triple-A.
  • •Infielders Trevor Story, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and Curtis Mead are injured.
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  • 1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Tease Big Move For Top Prospect Franklin Arias
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Shortstop Franklin Arias is the Boston Red Sox's No. 1 prospect, according to MLB Pipeline.

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