Boston Red Sox fans may be clamoring for Kristian Campbell’s return to the big leagues, but Alex Cora indicated a more patient approach.

The Red Sox demoted Campbell to Triple-A Worcester on June 20 after a prolonged slump in Boston. He’s gotten back on track for the WooSox, hitting .285/.410/.457 after going 8-for-16 with two home runs in his last four games.

Speaking to reporters before Friday’s game against the Miami Marlins, per WEEI’s Tom Carroll , Cora cautioned that Campbell has more boxes to check before a call-up.

“He’s producing, but there’s still work to do down there,” Cora said.

Campbell has the lowest defensive runs saved (-14) of any American League second baseman despite spending nearly two months in the minors. As a result, the rookie has played first base for th

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