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MLB rumors: Boston Red Sox roster moves, Colorado Rockies trade chips, Chicago White Sox at top of list

By Kevin Henry

Jun 20, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Red Sox infielder Christian Arroyo (39) runs to second on a double while driving in two runs against the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 20, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Red Sox infielder Christian Arroyo (39) runs to second on a double while driving in two runs against the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports /
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Boston Red Sox shortstop Enrique Hernandez. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports
Boston Red Sox shortstop Enrique Hernandez. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports /

As the weekend approaches, let’s take a look at some of the latest MLB rumors, including tidbits on the Boston Red Sox, Colorado Rockies and Chicago White Sox.

MLB rumors: Boston Red Sox prepping for tough roster decisions?

With Pablo Reyes (abdominal strain) and Yu Chang (left hamate) expected to rejoin the Red Sox roster before the All-Star break, Boston could be faced with some tough roster decisions heading into the Midsummer Classic or right after its conclusion.

Chang is expected to take over the starting shortstop role following the All-Star break, that leaves Christian Arroyo, David Hamilton, Kiké Hernández and Reyes battling for essentially one roster spot. With Hernandez gaining some positive comments from Boston manager Alex Cora recently, it stands to reason that he won’t be going anywhere any time soon. Hamilton has an option available, so the Red Sox can solve part of their roster situation by sending him to Triple-A Worcester.

That scenario could leave Reyes and Arroyo contending for a roster spot, and it could be a tough decision since neither have any options remaining. If the Red Sox choose to follow the expected path, look for one of them to be designated for assignment in the coming days.

Boston enters play on Friday with a 45-43 record and will have to decide soon upon its strategy at the MLB trade deadline. Could an extension for one of its pitchers be in the cards as well?

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