Caleb Durbin shows improvement for Red Sox after slow start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 7:25 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Caleb Durbin has begun to regain form after a rough start to the season with the Boston Red Sox. Initially struggling with a.166 average and only one home run, Durbin has recently hit.357 over five games, raising his season stats to.182/.251/.270. The Red Sox traded for Durbin following Alex Bregman's departure, hoping his performance would improve at Fenway Park. If he falters again, a possible return to the minors may be in order to help him find his swing.
- •Durbin initially slashed.166 with one home run this season.
- •He raised his stats to.182/.251/.270 following recent games.
- •Acquired as a replacement for Alex Bregman, expectations were high.
- •Durbin's elite defense has kept him on the roster despite struggles.
- •Continued improvement is needed to avoid a stint in the minors.
- 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox seeing encouraging signs from Caleb Durbin after difficult start to season
"Durbin was freezing cold to start the season, but it looks like he's finally warming up.
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