Franklin Arias is absolutely torching Triple-A pitching, posting a ridiculous .291/.357/.488 slash line in a sample size that just keeps getting bigger and bigger against guys who are only getting better. This dude already has 22 RBIs since getting called up to Triple-A just a month ago, pushing his 2026 total to a massive 74. That’s a good season by any account, and honestly, it could be even higher since he was often batting first in Double-A, hitting a ton of solo shots to kick off games. This kid is consistently the youngest player at his level, and he never goes more than three days without finding his groove. Those are some seriously good signs for the future, right? It almost makes you wonder if it was Breslow’s master plan all along, walking right from the Trevor Story contract into Arias absolutely mowing down big league pitching.
WooSox Struggle Despite Arias’s Spark
The Worcester Red Sox, unfortunately, took a 4-3 loss against the Mets AAA squad, getting walked off with two outs after a late rally. Honestly, it shouldn’t have even been that close since they were getting outhit 11-3. You gotta tip your cap to some of the guys on the squad who made it a game, though. Blake Wehunt didn’t quite hit five innings, but he somehow kept all but one run off the board despite giving up seven baserunners. Allen Castro came up big, driving in a late run in the 9th to tie things up. And of course, Arias and Romy Gonzalez each blasted doubles, with Arias’s knocking in a pair of runs. Even in a tough loss, Arias is proving he’s the real deal.
Anthony’s Rehab, Gonzales’s Hot Streak
Over in Double-A, it was Roman Anthony rehab night as the Portland Sea Dogs fell 5-2 to the Fightin Phils. Anthony did his part, driving in a run, making that three in as many games for him as he gets closer to rejoining the big league club for those September call-ups. Devin Futrell had a solid night on the mound too, shoving through six innings, even after giving up a first-run home run. His line,6.0 IP, 6 H, 2 ER, 1 BB, 4 K,definitely could have secured him a win with a little more pop at the plate. But the real story in Portland has to be Justin Gonzales. He has looked incredible this year, especially since his promotion to Double-A. The guy smashed a triple, and his OPS is sitting over 1.000. People were making a big deal when Arias started the season hot, and you know what? It’s time to pay attention to this outfielder, who won’t even turn 20 until New Year’s Eve.
Looking ahead, the Greenville Drive had their game postponed in the 3rd inning due to rain, but they had a lead going into it. They’ll have a make-up game today, so we’ll be watching to see if they can finish strong. It’s an exciting time to watch these young guys develop!
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Originally reported by Over the Monster.
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