Prospect Review: Boston Red Sox

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Top Prospect
Xander Bogaerts - For two straight years now, Xander Bogaerts has been our top prospect out of the Red Sox system. The dynamic Shortstop would be the top prospect out of most systems, but in this relatively weak farm, he is a clearcut gem. He has an outside shot of getting called up this season, but at 20 years old, they'll probably allow him to develop his game at the AA or AAA level. A September call up is still not out of the question although he's started off slowly this year. He needs to become a bit more consistent in regards to pitch recognition as he will struggle with more advanced pitching. He's absolutely mashed lower level guys and has shown that his pull happy tendencies have led to much promise. He has a strong arm and good range with .300 batting potential and 20 HR potential as well.

Top Pitcher
Matt Barnes - Barnes is a bit of a late bloomer but the righty flashes a nice fastball that sits in the low to mid 90s. There is plenty of life on it through the zone and if he focuses on just relieving, he can touch 97 mph. The Red Sox plan on developing him as a starter though as he possesses a curveball with good break and has the potential of becoming a plus pitch. He's still developing his changeup, and like most pitchers, the development of this pitch will determine his role as a future major leaguer. He projects as a 2 or 3 starter and has a decent chance to reach his potential as his command is very good.

Bronze Medal
Allen Webster - The lanky right handed pitcher was brought over in the megatrade with the Dodgers that sent Gonzalez, Crawford, and Beckett west. While Webster was never considered an elite prospect, he has impressive stuff and should absolutely reach the potential of becoming a big league pitcher. His ceiling is that of a 2 or 3 starter just like Barnes but I think with a little more polish, he can surpass Barnes in the pecking order. He has a consistent plus fastball that hits 95 regularly. Webster also has a plus breaking ball while a developing changeup. He might be used in the bullpen if the Red Sox decide its best for him as he already has 2 plus pitches.