Boston Red Sox struggle season; Pedroia declines front‑office role, Durbin boasts strong performance

The Boston Red Sox are enduring a difficult season, sitting near the bottom of the American League East with a 27‑39 record and facing pressure to improve after the firing of manager Alex Cora and the installment of interim manager Chad Tracy.

Red Sox president Sam Kennedy said he has repeatedly invited former star Dustin Pedroia to join the organization in a front‑office capacity, but Pedroia has consistently turned down the offers, preferring to focus on coaching his children for now.

Meanwhile infielder Caleb Durbin has emerged as a bright spot, hitting two home runs in a recent 7‑5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. He told reporters, “Honestly, the last couple of days felt really good… I’m staying inside it,” expressing confidence in his swing and approach as he contributes to the struggling club.