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With Trevor Story nearing his return to the lineup, the Red Sox plan to make him the starting shortstop again, which would push Andruw Monasterio back into a utility role despite his strong .306/.375/.484 showing during the club’s 15-game win streak.
The Tampa Bay Rays have signed Amed Rosario to a one-year contract and plan to use the experienced shortstop in a multi-position role, including time at both middle infield spots and in the outfield corners. Despite his history as a starting shortstop, Rosario will be utilized to spell several players and improve the team’s production against left-handed pitching. The move to a utility role is a new challenge for Rosario, who has primarily played at shortstop throughout his career. His addition allows the Rays to take a patient approach with their young infielders, including highly regarded prospects like Junior Caminero and Curtis Mead.
Miguel Rojas is set to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup after a rehab assignment, but the team no longer views him as an everyday shortstop. Rojas was originally intended to fill a utility role off the bench, but was thrust into a starting role due to an injury to Gavin Lux. The Dodgers plan to limit Rojas' playing time to a couple of times a week to avoid further injuries.