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Starts at second Friday Campbell started at second base and went 0-for-3 in Friday's spring game against Northeastern University.

Impact Campbell was one of several prospects and minors leaguers dotting Boston's lineup in the team's traditional spring kickoff against the Huskies. He's competing for a starting job at second base, but the Alex Bregman acquisition influences the eventual starter at the keystone. If Bregman plays third base, then Campbell has a real shot; if Rafael Devers stays at third base, then Bregman is expected to start at second base. That latter scenario means Campbell would likely open the season at Triple-A Worcester.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Working out at keystone exclusively Campbell said Monday that he's been working out at second base almost exclusively, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Presumably, that's been at the directive of the Red Sox, which is notable with the team not yet revealing which position Alex Bregman and Rafael Devers will play this season. Campbell's playing time in the minors in 2024 was split pretty evenly between second base, shortstop and center field, with some third base mixed in. If Campbell wins a starting job this spring, it appears likely to be at second base, which would mean Bregman playing third base and Devers shifting to designated hitter and/or first base.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Plans may change Boston's acquisition of Alex Bregman could impact Campbell in 2025, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact The Bregman deal should be finalized in the coming days, at which point, Campbell's role for the upcoming season should become clearer. If the Red Sox slot Bregman at second base, then Campbell, a top prospect who was in the mix at second base, could head back to Triple-A Worcester, where he would get regular plate appearances. That seems more likely than having him stick around as a utility infielder, which would limit his at-bats. Boston has a number of utility infielders that could handle a part-time role, such as David Hamilton, Vaughn Grissom or Romy Gonzalez.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

In mix at second base Campbell will be part of the competition during spring training to win the starting second base job, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Of Boston's top prospects, Campbell has the clearest path to a spot on the the major-league roster because of his defensive versatility, which includes second base. The Red Sox don't have a surefire starter there at this point, and Campbell will join Vaughn Grissom as the top candidates for the job. Campbell didn't start 2024 as a highly regarded prospect, but appeared on the radar when he slashed .329/.437/.551 with 20 home runs, 24 steals and a 20 percent strikeout rate in 115 games across the top three levels of the minor leagues.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Shuttered for season Triple-A Worcester placed Campbell (lat) on the 7-day injured list Tuesday.

Impact Campbell hadn't played since last Wednesday due to the left lat strain, and his move to the IL likely means that Worcester is no longer counting on the 22-year-old to return before its regular season ends Sunday. The injury brings an end to a whirlwind campaign for Campbell, who opened the season at High-A Greenville and received two promotions while slashing .330/.439/.558 with 20 home runs and 24 stolen bases in 519 plate appearances across three levels. His lat injury isn't believed to be a major concern, so he should head into spring training at full strength.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tweaks shoulder Wednesday Campbell was removed from Triple-A Worcester's game Wednesday versus Syracuse after feeling a spasm in his left shoulder while running the bases, Tommy Cassell of the Worcester Tel...

Impact Worcester manager Chad Tracy said he's unsure if Campbell will be able to play Thursday, but the shoulder injury is considered "very minor" and isn't expected to keep the infield prospect out for the season. The 22-year-old's prospect stock has gained plenty of helium during a banner 2024 campaign in which he's slashed .330/.439/.558 with 20 home runs and 24 stolen bases in 519 plate appearances across three levels.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted again Campbell was promoted to Triple-A Worcester on Sunday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

Impact Campbell was already promoted to Double-A Portland in May, and he'll now be set to join the highest level of the minors. The 22-year-old has had an impressive season, as he maintained a 197 wRC+ and .470 wOBA across 251 plate appearances with Portland. Campbell has combined to hit 16 home runs and swipe 20 bags across 95 games in the minors for the campaign.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE