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Top Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias shines in Double-A with Sea Dogs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 10:46 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

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Summary

Franklin Arias, the Boston Red Sox' top prospect, is making his mark this season with the Double-A Sea Dogs at Hadlock Field in Portland, Maine. The 20-year-old shortstop has a.330 batting average and 18 home runs in 69 games, contributing to ongoing speculation about his promotion to Triple-A Worcester. Arias is set to represent the American League in the 2026 All-Star Futures Game on Sunday at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Recently, he reflected on his growth and approach to the game, noting the importance of focusing on daily improvement despite the call-up chatter.

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By the Numbers

•Arias holds a.330 average and 1.019 OPS this season.
•He has hit a career-high 18 home runs and driven in 48 runs.
•Arias was named Eastern League Player of the Month in April.
•He is set to compete in the All-Star Futures Game on July 12.
•Arias has turned 27 double plays and made only three errors this year.

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10:46 PMYahoo Sports — Top Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias, having great season with Sea Dogs as call-up chatter increases

What they're saying

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It’s baseball at a different venue. That’s how Franklin Arias views climbing the levels of pro ball. Arias, the Red Sox’ top prospect and the No. 7 overall prospect in minor league baseball, according to MLB.com, adopted that mindset when he signed with Boston in 2023. The philosophy has served the 20-year-old Venezuelan shortstop well, he said, especially nowadays while his promotion to ...
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