Kristian Campbell makes Red Sox roster after spring training

The Boston Red Sox have announced that Kristian Campbell, a promising infielder, has made the team following spring training. Campbell, 22, was drafted from Georgia Tech in 2023 and has rapidly improved since then. Last season, he played well across various minor league levels. He hit .330 with 20 home runs and 77 RBIs. Campbell's performance earned him recognition as the third-best prospect in baseball, according to CBS Sports. Experts note that Campbell has enhanced his skills, particularly his bat speed, since being drafted. He can play multiple positions but has mainly been used at shortstop and second base during his training. This spring, discussions about the team lineup focused on Campbell's position, especially when the Red Sox signed Alex Bregman. Initially, Bregman was expected to play third base, which might have limited Campbell’s chances. However, Rafael Devers, the current third baseman, has stated he will be flexible about his position, potentially opening the door for Campbell. It now seems likely that Campbell will start as the everyday second baseman, with Devers transitioning to designated hitter and Bregman at third base. Fans are eager to see how he performs in his new role in the major leagues.