Height
6'0"
Weight
205 lbs
Age
29
College
Long Beach State
Experience
5 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 515 | 0.26588115 | 50 | 228 | 0.7774951 | 93 | 519 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$7.7M
Guaranteed
$4.6M
AAV
$7.7M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jarren Duran's one-year, $7.7M extension with the Red Sox earns a C CVI — a deal that feels about right for an above-average starter but lacks the upside Boston should be chasing. At 28, Duran has emerged as a legitimate outfielder with plus speed and improved plate discipline, but $7.7M AAV represents significant money for a player whose breakout might already be baked into this price point. The Red Sox are clearly betting on Duran's 2024 improvements being sustainable rather than a career year, which is reasonable given his age and skill set, but this contract doesn't move the needle for a franchise trying to bridge back to contention. Boston's competitive window demands more aggressive moves than paying market rate for solid production, especially when their farm system has outfield depth that could provide similar value at a fraction of the cost. The one-year term provides flexibility, but this feels like the type of middle-ground move that keeps you mediocre rather than pushing toward playoff relevance.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Jarren Duran, a left fielder for the Red Sox, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their solid contributions. His B+ performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the left fielder position. His accolades include 1x All-Star, adding to his standing and public recognition. On a contract worth $7.7M/year, the mid-range salary creates reasonable expectations for solid contributions. Fan opinion is divided, with some appreciating his potential while others point to inconsistencies that temper enthusiasm. At 29, entering his prime window, the outlook remains positive as he approaches or occupies his peak years.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | @ STL | L 2-3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue, 4/7 | vs MIL | W 3-2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
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