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Red Sox's Latest Kristian Campbell Decision Was Risky, But Necessary
- The Red Sox plan to send Kristian Campbell to winter ball to manage development and workload.
- Campbell faces a crucial season after signing an eight-year, $60 million extension.
- Boston will use a controlled environment to sharpen Campbell without overexposing him.
- Campbell has never played more than 130 games this year across minors and majors.
- Alex Cora noted the team had almost decided Campbell would join winter ball.
- Cora mentioned the decision aligns with Campbell’s offseason development plan.
- The plan includes monitoring Campbell’s progress in winter league with defensive and velocity focus.
- The move is intended to translate into improved in-game instincts for Campbell.
- The decision was described as a risk worth taking for long-term development.
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