OFFICIAL: Red Sox Announce Winners of 2024 Minor League Awards

The Red Sox will face off against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday, marking the conclusion of another frustrating season in Boston.

Despite the challenges, there were some bright spots in Portland, Maine. Worcester, Massachusetts, served as the final destination for several promising talents. Salem, Virginia, Greenville, South Carolina, and Fort Myers, Florida, all contributed to the organization’s positive moments. As Boston looks ahead to a crucial offseason filled with tough choices, there’s optimism that certain prospects could help turn things around.

On Thursday, the Red Sox honored a selection of these prospects by announcing the winners of their 2024 Minor League Awards:

Offensive Player of the Year: Infielder/Outfielder Kristian Campbell (No. 3 prospect via Sox Prospects)
.Defensive Player of the Year:  Outfielder Nelly Taylor (No. 38)

.Starting Pitcher of the Year:  Right-handed pitcher Hunter Dobbins (No. 18)

.Relief Pitcher of the Year: Right-handed pitcher Chase Shugart (N/R)

.Baserunner of the Year: Infielder Franklin Arias (No. 7)

.Latin Program Position Player of the Year: First baseman/Outfielder Justin Gonzales (No. 32)

.Latin Program Pitcher of the Year: Right-handed pitcher Yermain Ruiz (N/R)

 

Cam Booser was honored with the 2024 Lou Gorman Award, established in 2011, which recognizes a Red Sox minor league player who has shown dedication and perseverance in overcoming challenges on their path to MLB.

Kristian Campbell stands out as the most notable name, having been named Baseball America’s 2024 Minor League Player of the Year and The Athletic’s 2024 Prospect of the Year. In his first full professional season, the 22-year-old posted an impressive .330/.439/.558 batting line, hitting 32 doubles, three triples, and 20 home runs over 115 games across High-A Greenville, Double-A Portland, and Triple-A Worcester.