Trevor Story’s rough rehab could disrupt what the Red Sox built during his absence
Boston has a good thing going right now, and bringing Story back could throw a wrench in the gears.
The Boston Red Sox have faced significant challenges this season due to the absence of key players, yet they managed to secure a Wild Card spot and establish themselves as one of the top American League teams. As injured stars return from rehabilitation in the minor leagues, concerns arise about whether their presence could hinder the team's progress.
Among these returning players is Trevor Story, who has been struggling during his rehab stint at AAA. With a poor performance thus far, including a .231 average over 13 at-bats, some fear that his return could be detrimental to the team's momentum. Story's absence had forced the Red Sox to rely heavily on their depth, with players like Andruw Monasterio and Nick Sogard stepping up to provide much-needed offense.
If the team still believes they need additional support from an infielder, it may be more advantageous to promote their top prospect, Franklin Arias. Arias has been dominating at AA, and his impressive performance in 22 games at AAA, including a .291 average, four home runs, and 22 RBI, suggests he could be the ideal candidate to bolster the team's chances in a potential playoff run.
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