Red Sox Prospects Shine Amid Injury Setbacks
Worcester, MA — The Boston Red Sox are navigating a challenging season following Triston Casas’ season-ending knee injury, which led to a search for depth at first base. Initially, the team considered moving rookie Kristian Campbell to the position before finding solutions in Romy Gonzalez and Abraham Toro. Emerging as a promising alternative is Blaze Jordan, who recently earned a promotion to Triple-A Worcester after a notable run at Double-A Portland.
The 22-year-old infielder, a third-round pick in the 2020 MLB Draft, is experiencing a breakout season, boasting a .317 average with eight home runs and 45 RBIs. He has excelled in Triple-A since his promotion, hitting .310 in his first 14 games. Jordan expressed support for Casas while focusing on his ongoing development, saying, "I’ve got to control what I can control."
Meanwhile, the Red Sox welcomed left-hander Kyle Harrison, a former top-30 prospect acquired in the Rafael Devers trade, who is being closely evaluated by pitching coaches. Additionally, Duxbury native Greg DiCenzo, now managing the Double-A Akron RubberDucks, reflects on his successful career transition from college baseball. These developments highlight a positive trajectory for Red Sox prospects amid current challenges.
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