What's next for Red Sox after Jake Bauers deal? Plus more intel from the MLB GM Meetings
The Boston Red Sox are evaluating the future of Kristian Campbell as the organization navigates a period of uncertainty ahead of a potential league-wide work stoppage. Despite signing a significant eight-year, $60 million extension early in his 2025 debut season, the outfielder has struggled to return to the majors following a demotion that June.
Team leadership is currently weighing whether to remove him from the 40-man roster, though president of baseball operations Craig Breslow declined to confirm any specific plans regarding the player's status. If designated for assignment, Campbell would likely clear waivers due to his remaining $55 million contract and recent minor-league production, which included a .256 batting average and eight home runs over 462 plate appearances.
