Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran rested amid rising trade speculation

Boston Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy gave outfielder Jarren Duran a day off during the mid‑week game of the four‑game series against the Oakland Athletics, promoting recently acquired Jahmai Jones to left field. Duran, who has started 99 games this season, is hitting .199 with a .343 slugging percentage and a .599 OPS, recording 13 home runs and 54 RBIs.

Separately, the betting exchange Kalshi lifted the implied probability that Duran will be traded before the August 5 deadline to 32%, up from 10% the day before. Analysts note his trade value is considered low and that any move would likely focus on prospects rather than Duran himself. The Red Sox have climbed from a 31‑45 record in early July to 55‑50, positioning themselves in the AL East playoff race.