"Boston is seeking a "front-of-the-rotation" starting pitcher in a trade for Duran, ESPN's Jeff Passan shared in a social media post. However, Passan added that "no team" has been willing to offer such a pitcher for the Red Sox' outfielder at this point."
"There have been a few teams speculated as potential candidates to land Duran in a trade this offseason. The Royals have seemed to be the team most linked to Duran in trade talks, with MLB.com's Anne Rogers reporting in November that Kansas City thought Boston's asking price was "too high." It was later reported by The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal that the Royals were "under the impression" they'd have to give up All-Star pitcher Cole Ragans for Duran."
"If traded, Duran would arguably be one of the top hitters moved this offseason. The 29-year-old had a pretty solid year after being named an All-Star for the first time in 2024, hitting .256 with a .774 OPS, 16 home runs, and 84 RBIs in 157 games. He was also third in the American League in doubles (41), led the American League in triples (13), and had 24 stolen bases."
Boston is seeking a front-of-the-rotation starting pitcher in a potential trade for Jarren Duran, but no team has offered that caliber of starter. Kansas City viewed Boston's asking price as too high and believed an All-Star starter such as Cole Ragans would be required. Jarren Duran, 29, was an All-Star in 2024, hitting .256 with a .774 OPS, 16 home runs, 84 RBIs in 157 games, and produced 41 doubles, 13 triples and 24 stolen bases. Starting pitchers carry increased trade value following the Shane Baz deal that cost four prospects and a draft pick.
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