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Red Sox Send Kristian Campbell to Triple-A Worcester

With Wilyer Abreu set to return, the Sox are sending Campbell to Worcester to reset his offensive slump, refine his defense.

Jun 8, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Boston Red Sox second baseman Kristian Campbell (28) hits a two-run home run against the New York Yankees during the fifth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images/File Photo
PORT CHARLOTTE, FLORIDA - MARCH 13: Marcelo Mayer #39 of the Boston Red Sox, Kristian Campbell #28 of the Boston Red Sox, and Roman Anthony #48 of the Boston Red Sox line up for the National Anthem before a 2025 MLB Spring Breakout game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Charlotte Sports Park on March 13, 2025 in Port Charlotte, Florida.
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Overview

  • The Red Sox optioned 22-year-old second baseman Kristian Campbell to Triple-A Worcester on June 19 to make room for Wilyer Abreu’s return from the injured list.
  • Campbell’s batting average slid from .301 in April to .159 in May, leaving him with a .223 average, .319 on-base percentage and .345 slugging mark through mid-June.
  • Defensive struggles contributed to the move, with Campbell recording minus-14 Defensive Runs Saved and ranking in the bottom percentile among MLB second basemen.
  • Boston signed Campbell to an eight-year, $60 million extension in April, underscoring the franchise’s long-term commitment to his development despite the current setback.
  • The demotion reflects the Red Sox’s broader strategy of managing their “Big Three” prospects—Campbell, Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer—while balancing immediate roster needs and player growth.