Curtis Mead improves approach with Red Sox after struggling in MLB
The Boston Globe • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:34 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Curtis Mead, 25, joins the Boston Red Sox following a lackluster start to his major-league career, hitting just.238/.300/.317 in his first 152 games. Transitioning to a simpler hitting technique in Washington has reportedly led to improved contact. Mead was previously regarded as a top hitting prospect, making his performance for the Red Sox of strong interest as he seeks to revitalize his career. His recent adjustments could play a crucial role in his contributions to the team as the season progresses.
- •Mead hit.238/.300/.317 in his first 152 games.
- •He adopted a simpler hitting approach while in Washington.
- •Mead was once considered a leading hitting prospect.
- •The 2026 MLB season is ongoing.
- 4:34 AMThe Boston Globe — How new Red Sox slugger Curtis Mead learned to stop tinkering with his approach and started raking - The Boston Globe
"Once a top prospect as he rose through the minors, Mead hit just .238/.300/.317 through his first 152 major-league games, but a simpler approach in Washington led to better contact.
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