Ezequiel Duran pushes for All-Star nod amid Rangers' struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:35 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Ezequiel Duran is emerging as a potential All-Star candidate in 2026, leading American League second basemen with a 1.7 fWAR. Currently, the Texas Rangers sit at 32-33 in the season, facing injury challenges with key players missing. Duran has stepped up with a.293 batting average and 35 RBIs, despite playing only 18 games at second base. His versatility and strong offensive performance have caught the attention of team management and voters. Duran's case for the All-Star Game reflects his significant contributions to the Rangers during a turbulent season.
- •Duran leads AL second basemen with a 1.7 fWAR.
- •Rangers currently hold a 32-33 record in the season.
- •Duran is batting.293 with 35 RBIs this season.
- •He has played 18 games at second base, impacting his candidacy.
- •Key Rangers players are recovering from injuries, affecting team dynamics.
- 6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers utility man makes unlikely All-Star case during team's sluggish year
"Ezequiel Duran leads AL 2B in fWAR for the injury-ridden Texas Rangers. See how the utility man built a legitimate 2026 MLB All-Star Game case.
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