Red Sox Prospect Blues: Is Vaughn Grissom's Future in Boston Over?

Vaughn Grissom, once a highly touted prospect acquired by the Boston Red Sox, finds himself in a precarious position. Despite consistently strong performances for the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox (WooSox), a major league opportunity seems elusive.

Grissom's recent stats are impressive. He's hitting .278 with 12 home runs and 46 RBIs for the WooSox. In July, he was particularly hot, batting .344 with five homers in 16 games. This performance would seemingly warrant a call-up, especially given injuries to key players like Triston Casas and Alex Bregman.

However, the Red Sox have consistently opted for other infielders, including Marcelo Mayer, Abraham Toro, David Hamilton, and Nate Eaton, leaving Grissom on the outside looking in. This has led Grissom to believe that he isn't part of the team's future plans.

"Sometimes you just feel like, ‘I’m playing good enough to compete in the show.’ I don’t feel like I deserve it, but I feel like I’m ready,” Grissom said in a recent interview. "[But] I got to a point where I just accepted that I’m not in the plans for the team. There’s been a couple of times where it feels a little personal."

The Red Sox's decision to promote David Hamilton, who struggled in his first stint with the team, over Grissom has further fueled speculation about Grissom's future. Even after Kristian Campbell was demoted to Triple-A after struggling following his debut, Grissom was not recalled.

With the MLB trade deadline approaching, Grissom's future with the Red Sox remains uncertain. While he continues to perform at a high level in Triple-A, the lack of opportunity in Boston suggests that a change of scenery might be necessary for him to realize his potential in the major leagues.

Could a Trade Be the Answer?

As the trade deadline looms, other teams may be interested in acquiring Grissom. His offensive potential and versatility at multiple infield positions could make him a valuable asset. A trade could provide Grissom with the fresh start he needs to prove himself at the highest level.

What's Next for Grissom?

For now, Grissom is focused on continuing to perform well for the WooSox and controlling what he can control. He's trying to stay positive and not dwell on the past. However, the upcoming trade deadline will likely determine whether his future lies in Boston or elsewhere.

• Will the Red Sox give Grissom a chance?
• Will another team acquire him before the deadline?
• What does the future hold for this once-promising prospect?