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By Tim Crowley
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WORCESTER, Mass. -- Kristian Campbell remains of vital importance to the future of the Boston Red Sox, though that can always change when the MLB trade deadline rolls around.
The 2023 fourth-round pick burst onto the scene in April to win American League Rookie of the Month. His struggles followed in May before Boston sent him back down to Triple-A Worcester in June.
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His fellow prospects in Marcelo Mayer and Roman Anthony each made their MLB debuts to start the summer. They've helped the Red Sox establish themselves as a playoff contender in the American League. Campbell hopes to join that playoff push again after his strong surge out of the All-Star break in Triple-A.
It's also easy to imagine that teams may ask about him when Boston looks to add at Thursday's trade deadline. That reality can spark several feelings from any player.
"It's scary," Campbell told Newsweek Wednesday. "This is my second one. You just kind of keep your head on a swivel and be aware of what's going on. If someone gets traded, you want to make sure you say your goodbyes."
"It opens up opportunities for some people, also," Campbell added.
Campbell holds an .837 OPS with four home runs and 14 RBIs since his return to Triple-A in his efforts to prove his value again to the big-league club.
The Red Sox control a playoff spot entering Thursday's deadline with a chance to make the postseason for the first time since 2021.
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