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Caleb Durbin's resurgence helps Red Sox validate third base decision

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:39 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Caleb Durbin's resurgence helps Red Sox validate third base decision
Summary

Caleb Durbin has impressed in his last nine games, making the Boston Red Sox's decision to trade for him appear wise. After a rough start to the season, Durbin is batting.314 with six extra-base hits. In contrast, former Red Sox player Alex Bregman has struggled, hitting just.139 in the same stretch. This situation comes after Boston let Bregman walk in free agency and traded for Durbin as a replacement. Durbin's performance may indicate that the Red Sox made a savvy choice amid Bregman's disappointing year with the Chicago Cubs.

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  • •Caleb Durbin is slashing.314/.306/.504 over his last nine games.
  • •Alex Bregman has seven strikeouts and is hitting.139 in the same timeframe.
  • •Durbin's turnaround follows a poor start and private hitting coaching.
  • •Bregman struggled since joining the Chicago Cubs after leaving the Red Sox.
  • •The Red Sox's decision to move for Durbin appears increasingly justified.
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  • 8:39 PMYahoo Sports — Caleb Durbin, Alex Bregman's Last Nine Games Making Red Sox Look Smart
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The Boston Red Sox let Alex Bregman walk in free agency and then opted to trade for Caleb Durbin to fill the void at third base.

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