Kristian Campbell named MLB’s AL April Rookie of the Month

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Campbell leads MLB rookies in five categories, including OPS with a .902 mark.

Kristian Campbell is receiving national recognition for his impressive rookie campaign. Winslow Townson/Getty Images

Kristian Campbell made the Red Sox’ Opening Day roster at the buzzer just over one month ago.

There were questions about whether he was ready for the major league after just one full season of minor league experience across Boston’s farm system.

Through 29 games, Campbell has already dispelled those concerns at the plate and in the field — so much so that MLB tabbed the 22-year-old as the American League Rookie of the Month for March/April.

Campbell beat out other top AL rookie performers such as the Athletics’ Jacob Wilson and the Yankees’ Jasson Dominguez for the honor.

Entering Friday, the second baseman is batting .301 to kick off his career, along with a .902 OPS, which leads all MLB rookies. Campbell’s eight doubles, 12 extra-base hits, 18 runs, and 19 walks also lead all first-year players.

On top of those top-ranked stats, he’s launched four home runs and leads Boston with a .407 on-base percentage. Campbell has started 24 games at second base, four in center field, and one in left. He’s made three errors at second through 211 ⅔ innings.

Campbell has looked like a veteran major leaguer more often than not and has been one of the Red Sox’ best players to start the season.

Manager Alex Cora spoke about the player’s impressive start on WEEI earlier this week.

“So far, man, a month in the big leagues, A+ for him,” Cora said on Wednesday. “He’s been amazing. … It’s been fun to watch and refreshing.”

Campbell isn’t able to celebrate his accomplishment on the field, though. He was scratched ahead of Thursday’s game and will miss Friday’s matchup due to right rib discomfort. Cora said he expects the player to return Saturday.





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