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Ceddanne Rafaela's defensive prowess makes him the choice to be the Red Sox' starting shortstop

Ceddanne Rafaela's defensive prowess makes him the choice to be the Red Sox' starting shortstop

“We've been able to slow down the game [with Rafaela at short],” manager Alex Cora said prior to the Sox' 6-4 loss to the Guardians. Rafaela, who started 16 games in center field, enhanced the outfield, too. Jarren Duran has improved as a center fielder and is capable of commanding the position. Plus, the move for Rafaela isn't a daunting one since he initially signed as an infielder.