Alex Speier

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The 22-year-old righthander looks like a different pitcher this season, thanks to enhanced velocity and feel for his changeup.

The 22-year-old righthander’s jump in velocity helped convince two teams to trade for him in the offseason.

Almost 15 months after getting traded to the Red Sox as the centerpiece of the Mookie Betts deal, Downs made his debut at Triple-A.

Despite not having reached full-season ball, the 20-year-old outfielder more than held his own against advanced competition.

The 2020 first-rounder has exceeded expectations early in his pro career, showing an advanced hitting approach.

The 2018 first-rounder took advantage of his time at the alternate training site.

The 20-year-old righthander showed huge gains with his velocity and four-pitch mix.

The 24-year-old trade acquisition from the Phillies could quickly make his Red Sox debut.

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Though he didn’t receive an invitation to the alternate site, Ward stayed busy developing his pitch mix and physique as he looks to the future.

Bobby Dalbec showcased immense power that was matched by his prodigious strikeout rate. The Red Sox believe he can find consistency.

Limited to four innings over the past two seasons, the 22-year-old lefthander looked good at the alternate site.

Wong has made a strong impression since arriving as part of the Mookie Betts trade.

The speedy 23-year-old outfielder’s new swing mechanics help him cover more of the plate.

The power-hitting third baseman spent the final week of September in Boston learning a new batting stride and bearing down on first base.

Wilson improved enough at Double-A late in the season to earn a spot on the 40-man roster and enter the big league picture.

For the crafty 27-year-old lefthander, changing speeds and keeping hitters off balance never goes out of style. The Red Sox agree.

Having helped build the Rays into winners, Bloom takes the reigns of a Red Sox organization seeking greater efficiency and facing difficult roster decisions.