The latest MLB mock draft released by The Athletic’s Keith Law has the Red Sox targeting a local product with the No. 14 pick in the first round.
Law predicts that the Red Sox will select Maryland infielder Matt Shaw with their first-round selection, giving Boston another plus bat to add to their farm system.
The Shaw family would likely be thrilled if Boston came calling next month, as the Terrapin shortstop originally hails from Brimfield and played at Worcester Academy for four seasons.
In 62 games with Maryland this season, Shaw batted .