Red Sox's Franklin Arias struggles hitting in June
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Franklin Arias, the Boston Red Sox's top prospect, is facing difficulties at the plate in Double-A this month. After a strong start, slashing.331/.402/.624 with 12 home runs through May, Arias has dropped to a.204/.339/.306 in June with only three extra-base hits over 14 games. At just 20 years old, analysts suggest there is no reason for concern, as slumps are common for young players and Arias is still on track for a potential promotion to Triple-A this season.
- •Arias is hitting.204 in June after a strong May performance.
- •He is currently the tenth-best prospect in baseball.
- •Analysts believe he will overcome his current slump.
- •Arias was expected to be promoted to Triple-A this season.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Should Red Sox Worry About Top Prospect Struggling In June?
"The Boston Red Sox have the tenth-best prospect in all of baseball in Double-A right now, and after a hot start, he has hit a speed bump in June.
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