July Players of the Month: Franklin Arias and Juan Valera

Infielder Franklin Arias (pictured, left) and right-hander Juan Valera (pictured, bottom right) have been named SoxProspects.com's Player and Pitcher of the Month for July. Both teenagers are currently ranked in our top 30 after impressive stints in the Florida Complex League netted them promotions to Salem two weeks ago.

Arias, the No. 8 prospect in the organization, batted a ridiculous .405/.510/.696 with six doubles, one triple, five home runs, 16 RBIs, 23 runs scored, 16 stolen bases...