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Red Sox Consider Batting Boost with Campbell

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The Boston Red Sox, currently struggling with a 12-19 record, are considering a major move to boost their offense. Prospect Kristian Campbell, whos been on fire in Triple-A, is in the spotlight. After a rough start last year, Campbell is now hitting .277 with a .380 on-base and .351 slugging percentage, plus a homer, 12 RBIs, 4 doubles, and 2 steals in 25 games. With the teams young core needing a spark, Campbell could be the answer. The Red Sox have shown theyre not afraid to make bold moves, so stay tuned for the next shake-up that could turn their season around.

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Red Sox Consider Batting Boost with Campbell

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MLB Baseball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Red Sox Consider Batting Boost with Campbell. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

0:00It's April 30th. Welcome in. This is MLB News Today, where the game meets AI. I'm Corey with the story. The Boston Red Sox are off to a rough start at 12 wins and 19 losses, sitting 7 games under 500. Their offense is struggling hard, ranking 29th in home runs with just 21. Tie for 24th in runs scored at 100. 23 and 24th in batting average at 231. They already shook things up by firing manager Alex Cora and some coaches, going two and two since then. Now whispers are growing about another big move, like calling a prospect Christian Campbell from Triple A Worcester. He's heating up in 25 games there, hitting 277 with a 383 on base and 351 slugging plus one homer. 12 RBI's, four doubles, and two steals. Campbell got sent down last summer and looked lost at the playback then, but lately it seems like he's clicking again. Talents never been the issue for this young guy. It's all about finding his spot on a crowded roster and keeping this hot streak going after

1:04some. Coltspales last year. He's even saying he's ready if they call, telling reporters he feels like he's heading in the right direction and won't take any shot for granted. With the team's young Cora needing a spark, folks wonder if Boston pulls the trigger soon to boost that anemic lineup. Either way, the Red Sox have shown they're not afraid to swing for the fences this season, so keep an eye on Worcester for the next shakeup that could flip their fortunes.

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