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Each MLB team’s expected call-ups for roster expansion

By Kyle Franzoni

May 11, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Archie Bradley against the Washington Nationals at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
May 11, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Archie Bradley against the Washington Nationals at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jul 21, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Brian Johnson (61) pitches during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 21, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Brian Johnson (61) pitches during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /

Boston Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox can be a frustrating team to watch. The team fell flat on its face with high expectations, and then just as soon as they’re written off for dead, they find a way to play some competitive baseball. That’s going to make September interesting for Boston, as they go from preseason contender to potential spoiler down the stretch.

The Red Sox have one of the more enviable farm systems in baseball, and as such will have plenty to dip into as they start assessing where they are for next season. With a new President on board and a new General Manager soon to come, there will be a lot of movement within the organization in coming months and some of these prospects will help garner the chips they need to become a contender again.

Of those prospects who have already seen New England, Boston will undoubtedly give another look at lefties Brian Johnson and Edwin Escobar, and righthanders Noe Ramirez, Matt Barnes, and Jonthan Aro. Coupled with the presence of Henry Owens and Eduardo Rodriguez, the Red Sox may spread out some starts in order to showcase these arms for possible deals this winter.

Of course, Boston’s depth extends to its hitting prospects as well, with infielders Garin Cecchini and Sean Coyle perhaps receiving another cup of coffee. Neither has wowed in 2015, but both have solid track records and in a period of time where the team needs to look at its future, both should get at least a passing shot to show what they’ve got.

Of course, the Red Sox problems extend past getting a good look at their prospects, and they’ll need to find some takers for some of the heavy contracts they have on the books (I’m looking at you Pablo Sandoval).

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