The Boston Red Sox protected three more prospects from the Rule 5 draft by adding them to the 40-man roster. While it’s hard to complain about the newest members, there’s a glaring absence from the list. Danny Mars has been one of the best hitters in the organization and still isn’t getting any love.
The 23-year-old has been one of the best hitters in the Red Sox minor league system over the last two seasons. In 2016, Mars slashed .293/.353/.401 with 54 RBI and another 60 runs scored for the Advanced-A Salem Red Sox. Meanwhile, he hit 18 doubles and 10 triples to go with two home runs and a dangerous 31 steals.