Red Sox explore shortstop options as Franklin Arias impresses in AAA

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the Boston Red Sox are actively seeking a long-term shortstop solution. This comes in light of Curtis Mead's potential season-ending injury. Franklin Arias, the team's top prospect, has just been promoted to AAA, raising questions about the need for another shortstop. Arias recently demonstrated his ability with a home run in his first AAA at-bat after a standout season in AA. The Red Sox may consider acquiring a versatile player who can also play second base, while evaluating Arias' performance for a possible mid-September call-up.

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