Kristian Campbell’s rookie season with the Boston Red Sox has been nothing short of extraordinary. After inking a $60 million deal at the season’s outset, he has lived up to the hype by joining the ranks of some illustrious Red Sox figures.

With a .412 on-base percentage in his first month in the majors, Campbell’s performance stands as the third-highest for a Boston player since 1941, according to J.P. Long. Who holds the top two spots on that list? None other than franchise icon Ted Williams, whose on-base percentage was slightly better in both previous seasons.

In today’s MLB, where pitch velocity and spin rates are at their peak and hitting is more challenging than ever, Campbell’s achievement is truly remarkable. At 22 years old, this second baseman is among the Red Sox’s top three prospects, and the organization holds him in high regard. Boston had a significant gap in their infield, and Campbell has adeptly filled it, even excelling defensively.

After 27 games, he boasts a .305 batting average, 10 extra-base hits, 17 runs, and an OPS of .886. Although it’s early in the season, if Campbell maintains his current pace, he could be a frontrunner for the American League Rookie of the Year. The last Red Sox player to win this award was Dustin Pedroia, also a second baseman, back in 2007.