The Boston Red Sox have finally been seeing results from Trevor Story, who they signed back in 2022 on a six-year deal for $140 million. Now, Story has the ability to opt-out after this year, and may want to do it with his resurgence boosting his worth.
MLB insider Jeff Passan believes otherwise. According to Passan, Story could think about it, but it would be too risky to give up his remaining contract at his age, and he will probably stay.
“The lack of shortstop depth in the class makes it tempting, but the combination of what Story is owed (two years, $55 million) and his age (33 next year) is too risky to give up, even after a strong comeback season,” Passan wrote.
This season, Story has been slashing .260/.306/.436/.742 with 23 homers, 88 RBI, and 25 stolen bases. He’s been a core part of the Sox’ offense, and been a great glove this year at shortstop.
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Even if Story chose to move on and opt-out, the Sox still have a backup plan for him. Next season, they’ll have Marcelo Mayer back, who’s naturally a shortstop, and Kristian Campbell would finally be ready to take over second base, Story’s other position. Finally, even Ceddanne Rafaela could come in from center field and play either position, although he is much better there.
Overall, Story will probably stay in Boston for the rest of his contract. And, if he can put out the same numbers or close to them as he did this season, it’ll be worth it.
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