Braiden Ward Goes 5-for-5 to Build Playoff Roster Case

Triple-A Worcester outfielder Braiden Ward put together a flawless 5-for-5 performance on Friday, scoring five runs, stealing two bases, and hitting his sixth home run of the season. Following Eli White's season-ending injury, the 27-year-old speedster—who has stolen 61 bases in the minors this year—is making a strong case for a promotion to Boston's major league roster as a primary baserunning threat ahead of the playoffs.