Christian Arroyo Stats

Boston Red Sox second baseman Christian Arroyo, who impressed the team at the end of last year, is out of minor league options and will receive a long look in spring training for the final roster spot. Arroyo has also seen time at third base, and manager Alex Cora mentioned that he can play some shortstop as well. Defensive versatility will be a big factor as he tries to win a roster spot heading into spring training. Infielder Michael Chavis is competing with Arroyo for the final bench spot. Chavis, once the team's top prospect, does have minor league options remaining, so that could be the deciding factor. Chavis had his moments last year with Boston, but he'll need to be more consistent at the plate and cut down on his strikeouts to win the spot over the 25-year-old Arroyo.

over 1 month ago

Second/third baseman Christian Arroyo has been nabbed off of waivers by the Boston Red Sox following being DFAd by Cleveland last Thursday. Arroyo was the crown jewel of the Evan Longoria deal between San Francisco and Tampa Bay in Dec. 2017, but he is yet to pan out at the Major League level, having compiled a .215/.280/.342 slash line across 71 games. He figures to be primarily a reserve infield option for Boston with little fantasy intrigue for the time being.

over 6 months ago

The Tampa Bay Rays are activating infielder Joey Wendle for Thursday's game against the Angels and are optioning Christian Arroyo to Triple-A in a corresponding move. Wendle played eight games with the Rays this year before fracturing his wrist which has kept him out of action since April 25. He went 7-for-15 with a homer in four rehab games in the minors, a terrific sign moving forward since wrist injuries are known to linger. Wendle's role remains undetermined with a crowded roster of infielders although he has played some outfield as well. The 29-year-old had a breakout campaign in 2018 batting an even .300 with 16 steals, but he doesn't offer much fantasy value in the power categories. Wendle is a fine addition in deep mixed leagues but don't expect him to contribute every day just yet.

over a year ago