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Red Sox's Franklin Arias Rises to No. 8 Prospect

5/30/2025

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Arias Ascends Rankings

Franklin Arias, the 19-year-old shortstop for the Red Sox, has made waves by climbing to No. 8 in Keith Law's prospect rankings. With an impressive .360 batting average and notable power in High-A Greenville, he’s proving his worth on both sides of the game. Signed in 2023, Arias now stands as Boston's third-ranked prospect, trailing only Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer.

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Anderson Shines Bright

The 2025 MLB Draft is gearing up to be a thrilling event from July 13-15 in Atlanta, with NCAA stars like LSU's Kade Anderson, a likely top-three pick, stealing the spotlight. Alongside him, Anthony Eyanson and Daniel Dickinson are also contenders for the first round. As excitement builds, the NCAA baseball tournament kicks off Friday, showcasing 64 teams battling for a coveted spot in Omaha.

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Arias Ascends Rankings

Franklin Arias, the 19-year-old shortstop for the Red Sox, has made waves by climbing to No. 8 in Keith Law's prospect rankings. With an impressive .360 batting average and notable power in High-A Greenville, he’s proving his worth on both sides of the game. Signed in 2023, Arias now stands as Boston's third-ranked prospect, trailing only Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer.

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