Red Sox consider top prospect Franklin Arias for infield upgrade over Trevor Story
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 6:39 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Boston Red Sox are exploring infield upgrades as they prepare for September, targeting top prospect Franklin Arias instead of Trevor Story. With a.957 OPS and elite defensive skills, Arias could replace Anduw Monasterio at shortstop during Story's rehabilitation. As the leading prospect in the Red Sox system, Arias boasts impressive numbers this season, including 23 home runs and a.313 batting average. The Red Sox might promote him as rosters expand to 28 players next month, while managing Story’s return post-injury.
- •Franklin Arias has a.957 OPS in 100 games this season.
- •Red Sox aim to strengthen infield depth for September.
- •Arias could replace Anduw Monasterio in the lineup.
- •Story is currently on rehab assignment, returning from injury.
- •Red Sox's roster expands to 28 players next month.
- 6:39 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox could upgrade infield with .957 OPS top prospect instead of Trevor Story
"This top infield prospect could be a much better MLB addition than Trevor Story.
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