Ever since joining the Red Sox as an international free agent in 2023 Franklin Arias has consistently exceeded expectations, and now the shortstop is regarded as one of the top prospects in all of MLB.

Sunday the Venezuelan native had an opportunity to showcase his talents on the big stage.

Arias and fellow Red Sox prospect Anthony Eyanson took part in Sunday’s MLB All-Star Futures Game, which was held at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia as part of the week’s All-Star festivities.

Arias got the start at second base and went 0 for 2 with an RBI, and Eyanson came on with two outs in the fourth inning and faced two batters, walking one before drawing an inning-ending flyout.

Batting second for the American League team, Arias came to the plate after Leo De Vries of the Athletics led off with a single and stole second and third to move into scoring position. Arias took advantage by grounding out to shortstop, allowing De Vries to score.

His next time at the plate Arias struck out against Cardinals prospect Liam Doyle, a New Hampshire native who starred at Pinkerton Academy in high school. Arias didn’t get a third at bat, subbing out in the bottom of the fifth after being left in the on deck circle the prior half inning.

Currently ranked as the No. 3 prospect in all of MLB, Arias originally signed for $525,000 and was considered a defense-first prospect. But upon his arrival he quickly impressed Red Sox officials with his advanced offensive approach and this season has demonstrated improved power upside.

Entering the All-Star break the 20-year-old is batting .325 with 18 home runs, 48 RBI and a 1.007 OPS in 70 games with Double-A Portland.

Eyanson was one of Boston’s top draft picks last summer, going to Boston in the third round after helping lead LSU to the 2025 College World Series title. Since making his professional debut this spring Eyanson has broken out as one of the organization’s fastest-rising pitchers, earning a quick promotion to Double-A.

Overall the 21-year-old right-hander has posted a 1.29 ERA with 71 strikeouts in 55 2/3 innings over his first 13 pro appearances. He has put up a 1.78 ERA with 37 strikeouts in 35 1/3 innings over his first eight appearances since his promotion to Double-A.