Brett Harris, the third baseman the Boston Red Sox brought in via trade just two months ago in July, has already been designated for assignment. His tenure with the club was incredibly short, clocking in at just one big-league game for the Red Sox before Tuesday’s roster flurry sent him packing.
The Short Stint and Roster Shake-Up
This move was part of a series of rapid shifts for the Red Sox. They placed Eduardo Rivera on the 60-day injured list, activated Isiah Kiner-Falefa from the injured list, and selected Jedixson Paez to the Major League roster. It’s a quick hook for Harris, who didn’t even get a hit in his single appearance for Boston. Before the trade, he had played five other big-league games for the Athletics this year, also without a hit. Overall, that’s six big-league games this year with zero hits. Talk about a tough break!
The Vegas Mirage and Past Performance
Harris’s struggles extended beyond the big leagues this season, including his time with Boston’s Triple-A affiliate, the Worcester WooSox. In 34 games there, he slashed .236/.356/.355, hitting three home runs and driving in 19 runs. Now, compare that to his numbers for the Athletics’ Triple-A team in Las Vegas earlier this year: a scorching .336/.441/.537 with 19 extra-base hits. But here’s the kicker: Las Vegas is famously a very hitter-friendly environment, and Harris just couldn’t replicate that success once he got to Worcester. He was a seventh-round pick in 2021, made his big-league debut in 2024 in 36 games (though he did not play great), and showed some improvement in 2025 with a .274 batting average in 34 games.
What Happens Next?
So, what’s next for Harris? The Red Sox can try to work out a trade for him, but if not, he’s heading to waivers. It’s a harsh reminder that September roster moves mean business, and teams are making tough calls as the regular season grinds on. The Red Sox clearly think Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s return is the key, and they’re not messing around with players who aren’t producing right now.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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