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Red Sox Consider Stolen Base King Braiden Ward for Playoffs
25 Sep
Summary
- Braiden Ward set a WooSox record with 61 stolen bases in 2026.
- Ward's speed makes him a potential postseason pinch-running option.
- Manager Chad Tracy acknowledges Ward's impressive stolen base ability.
Braiden Ward, a former standout from the Washington Huskies, is being seriously considered for a potential Major League Baseball debut with the Boston Red Sox during the upcoming postseason. This consideration comes as outfielder Eli White has been ruled out for the season following Lisfranc surgery.
Ward demonstrated remarkable speed during the 2026 season with the AAA Worcester Red Sox. He recorded 61 stolen bases, a new franchise record for the WooSox, alongside a .251 batting average and 83 runs scored. His performance earned him an invitation to Florida, where the Red Sox maintain a group of players on standby for the major league roster.
Red Sox manager Chad Tracy acknowledged Ward's unique skillset in a recent radio appearance. He stated that a player capable of stealing 60 bases cannot be overlooked, although the decision involves further roster considerations. Ward himself expressed a strong desire to contribute at the highest level and confidence in his ability to perform under pressure.
