Caleb Durbin plays through injury as Red Sox head to postseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:26 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Caleb Durbin, third baseman for the Boston Red Sox, continues to play despite a dislocated pinky that he reinjured earlier this season. Durbin has received X-rays that revealed no fractures and has managed a strong batting performance lately, posting a.285 average with 12 home runs since May 28. He expressed a willingness to seek further medical evaluation after the season concludes but remains focused on contributing to his team's success as they prepare for the playoffs. The Red Sox have seen a turnaround this season, with Durbin's performance being pivotal to that change.
- •Durbin dislocated his pinky and has reinjured it this season.
- •He is slashing.285/.371/.444 with 12 home runs since May 28.
- •X-rays showed no fractures; he will reassess after the season.
- •Red Sox are preparing for the postseason with improved performance.
- 3:26 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox's Caleb Durbin Provides Details On Injury He's Playing Through
"The Boston Red Sox are going into the postseason and their starting third baseman is playing hurt
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